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Frito Corn Salad Recipe

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A vibrant and crunchy Frito Corn Salad combining sweet corn, black beans, bell peppers, and cheddar cheese with a creamy, flavorful homemade dressing and topped with crispy Fritos for a refreshing and satisfying dish perfect for gatherings or a quick snack.

Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

  • 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

Dressing Ingredients

  • ⅔ cup sour cream
  • 1 Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, combine the sour cream, olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and ground cumin. Whisk everything together until the dressing is smooth and all ingredients are fully incorporated.
  2. Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the drained corn, black beans, Rotel, diced bell pepper, and shredded cheddar cheese until evenly distributed.
  3. Add Dressing to Salad: Pour the prepared dressing over the salad mixture in the large bowl.
  4. Mix Salad and Dressing: Gently stir the salad and dressing together, making sure the coating is even but taking care not to mash the ingredients.
  5. Add Fritos Just Before Serving: Add the Fritos to the salad just before serving. Fold them gently into the salad to preserve their crunchy texture and prevent them from breaking.

Notes

  • Add Fritos last to maintain their crunch; folding them in too early will cause sogginess.
  • Feel free to substitute cheddar cheese with a sharp or pepper jack cheese for a different flavor profile.
  • This salad can be chilled for an hour before serving to develop flavors but add Fritos at the last moment.
  • Use fresh bell peppers of any color according to your preference or what’s available.
  • Drain canned ingredients well to avoid excess moisture in the salad.

Keywords: Frito corn salad, sweet corn salad, no-cook salad, crunchy salad, summer salad, quick salad, party salad

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