Description

Frito Corn Salad is a vibrant, crunchy side dish made with sweet corn, black beans, bell pepper, shredded cheddar, and Fritos, all tossed in a creamy, zesty dressing. Perfect for potlucks, barbecues, or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

For the Salad:

2 (15-ounce) cans sweet corn, drained

1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained

1 (10-ounce) can Rotel, drained

1 bell pepper, diced (red, green, or yellow)

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

1 (9.25-ounce) bag Fritos

For the Dressing:

2/3 cup sour cream

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon onion powder

1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

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Instructions

In a small bowl, whisk together the sour cream, olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and ground cumin until smooth and well combined.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained sweet corn, black beans, Rotel, diced bell pepper, and shredded cheddar cheese. Stir to mix everything evenly.
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently fold everything together, ensuring the dressing coats each ingredient.
Just before serving, add the Fritos and fold them in gently to preserve their crunch. Serve immediately.

Notes

For a spicy version, add diced jalapeños or use hot Rotel.
Make it dairy-free by replacing the sour cream with a plant-based alternative and skipping the cheese or using dairy-free cheese.
For extra crunch, add fresh herbs like cilantro or swap the bell pepper for diced cucumbers.
This salad can be made ahead of time, but add the Fritos just before serving to keep them crispy.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: undefined
Category: Side Dish
Method: No Cook
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 200
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 700mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 10mg