Go Back
–+ servings
Fritos Corn Salad

Crunchy Fritos Corn Salad: The Ultimate Summer Side Dish

Fritos Corn Salad is an easy, no-cook summer side dish that combines crunchy Fritos with sweet corn and bell peppers.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 can Whole Kernel Corn Drained before use
  • 1 Red Bell Pepper Diced, can substitute with yellow or green
  • 1 cup Shredded Mexican Blend Cheese Alternatives include cheddar or Monterey Jack
  • ½ cup Mayonnaise Light mayo or Greek yogurt can be used
  • Black Pepper Adjust to taste
  • 2 cups Crushed Chili Cheese Fritos Use plain Fritos if preferred
  • Fresh Cilantro Optional garnish

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • plastic wrap

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large bowl, combine the drained whole kernel corn, diced red bell pepper, and shredded Mexican blend cheese. Add mayonnaise and black pepper, stirring well until coated.
  2. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  3. Just before serving, gently fold in the crushed Chili Cheese Fritos to maintain crunch.
  4. Optionally, sprinkle chopped fresh cilantro over the salad and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 7gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Add Fritos just before serving to keep them crunchy. Customize with different veggies or proteins as desired. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days but expect Fritos to lose crunch.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!