Description
Frito Corn Salad is a vibrant and crunchy dish that combines sweet corn, savory ranch dressing, and crispy Fritos for an irresistible flavor explosion. Perfect for potlucks or summer barbecues, this easy-to-make salad is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. With its colorful ingredients and delightful texture, it’s not just a side dish; it’s a celebration in a bowl!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups frozen corn, thawed
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup green onions, sliced (white and green parts)
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 2 cups Fritos corn chips
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Thaw the frozen corn in a colander under cool running water and drain thoroughly.
- Dice the red bell pepper into small pieces and slice the green onions.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the thawed corn, diced bell pepper, sliced green onions, and ranch dressing. Stir until well-coated.
- Just before serving, fold in the Fritos corn chips to retain their crunch.
- Optionally, sprinkle chopped cilantro on top for garnish.
- Serve immediately or let chill in the fridge for about an hour to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg