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Fritos Corn Salad

Fritos Corn Salad: A Crunchy, No-Cook Delight You’ll Love

Fritos Corn Salad is a refreshing and crunchy side dish, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cans (15-ounce) Whole Kernel Corn Drained well
  • 1 Red Bell Pepper Finely diced
For the Creaminess
  • 2 cups Shredded Mexican Blend Cheese
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Light mayo can be substituted
For Flavoring
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
For the Crunch
  • 1 bag (9.25-ounce) Chili Cheese Fritos Lightly crushed
For Garnish
  • Fresh Cilantro Optional garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Combine the two cans of well-drained whole kernel corn, finely diced red bell pepper, and shredded Mexican blend cheese in a large mixing bowl. Fold the ingredients gently until mixed evenly.
  2. Pour in one cup of mayonnaise and sprinkle in the black pepper. Stir everything together until the mayonnaise has coated each piece thoroughly.
  3. Fold in the lightly crushed Chili Cheese Fritos just before serving to maintain their crunch.
  4. Chop fresh cilantro if desired and sprinkle over the top. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 550mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For best results, mix Fritos last, chill before serving, and use high-quality ingredients. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for 3-4 days, but avoid freezing the salad to maintain crunch.

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