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Fritos Corn Salad

Fresh Fritos Corn Salad That's Perfect for Summer BBQs

This Fritos Corn Salad is a light, refreshing dish perfect for summer BBQs, combining sweet corn, crunchy bell peppers, creamy cheese, and chili cheese Fritos.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 can Canned Whole Kernel Corn drained well
  • 1 Red Bell Pepper finely diced
  • 2 cups Shredded Mexican Blend Cheese or your favorite cheese blend
  • 0.5 cups Mayonnaise Greek yogurt can be a great alternative
  • 1 dash Black Pepper adjust to taste
  • 2 cups Chili Cheese Fritos can swap in regular Fritos if preferred
  • Fresh Cilantro optional garnish

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Fritos Corn Salad
  1. In a large mixing bowl, gently combine one can of drained whole kernel corn, one finely diced red bell pepper, and two cups of shredded Mexican blend cheese. Add half a cup of mayonnaise and a dash of black pepper. Stir the ingredients together thoroughly until they are evenly mixed, creating a vibrant and creamy mixture that forms the base of your Fritos Corn Salad.
  2. Before serving, lightly crush about two cups of Chili Cheese Fritos and fold them into the salad mixture. Be careful not to overmix, as you want the Fritos to retain their delightful crunch.
  3. If desired, chop fresh cilantro for garnishing the salad. Sprinkle the cilantro on top just before serving. Plate your Fritos Corn Salad immediately to enjoy the full freshness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days. Add Fritos just before serving to keep them crunchy.

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