Description
This Frito Corn Salad is a creamy, crunchy, and colorful potluck favorite made with sweet corn, peppers, cheese, mayo, and crushed Fritos. It’s perfect as a dip or side for casual gatherings.
Ingredients
2 (15 oz) cans whole kernel corn, drained
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup green pepper, chopped
½ cup red onion, finely chopped
1 (10 oz) bag crushed Fritos corn chips (regular or chili-cheese)
Fritos Scoops for serving (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the drained corn, shredded cheese, mayo, chopped green pepper, and red onion until well combined.
- Refrigerate the mixture for at least 10 minutes to chill and let flavors meld.
- Just before serving, gently fold in the crushed Fritos to maintain crunch.
- Serve in a bowl with Fritos Scoops for dipping or enjoy with a spoon.
Notes
- Use sour cream or cream cheese instead of mayo for a different creamy base.
- Try chili-cheese Fritos or taco seasoning for a spicier version.
- Add diced avocado and lime juice for freshness—just before serving.
- Only add Fritos right before serving to avoid sogginess.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of salad
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
