Frito Corn Salad
A colorful and crunchy salad featuring sweet corn, black beans, Fritos, and a creamy dressing, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cans 15-ounce cans sweet corn, drained
- 1 can 15-ounce can black beans, drained
- 1 can 10-ounce can Rotel, drained
- 1 piece bell pepper, diced (red, green, or yellow)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 bag 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
Preparation
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained sweet corn, black beans, and Rotel.
- Dice your chosen bell pepper and add it to the mixture.
- Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese.
- In a separate bowl, mix the sour cream, olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cumin.
- Pour the dressing over the corn salad mixture, folding gently until everything is well-coated.
- Just before serving, stir in the Fritos for a satisfying crunch.
- For best results, let the Frito Corn Salad chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
Serving
- Your Frito Corn Salad is ready to be served. Enjoy the vibrant colors before diving in!
Notes
To keep Fritos crispy, add them just before serving. Customization is encouraged with additional ingredients like jalapeños or cilantro. For a healthier version, consider Greek yogurt instead of sour cream.