Description
Frito Corn Salad is the perfect crowd-pleaser for your next gathering, combining sweet corn, crunchy Fritos, and zesty dressing into a vibrant dish that’s sure to delight. This easy-to-make salad mixes creamy and crunchy textures, making it ideal for barbecues, picnics, and potlucks. With just minutes of prep time and a burst of flavor in every bite, it’s a delightful addition to any summer spread.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) whole kernel sweet corn, drained
- 2 cups Fritos corn chips
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 packet (1 oz) ranch dressing mix
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (red or yellow)
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by draining the canned corn and chopping the vegetables.
- In a large bowl, mix mayonnaise and ranch dressing until smooth.
- Add the drained corn, bell peppers, and green onions to the mayo mixture; stir until combined.
- Just before serving, gently fold in the Fritos to maintain their crunch.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: For a spicy twist, consider adding diced jalapeños or swapping corn for black beans. To keep it fresh longer, store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.