Description
Fritos Corn Salad is a quick, colorful, and creamy party side dish combining sweet corn, crunchy chili cheese Fritos, diced red bell pepper, and shredded Mexican cheese blend with a smooth mayo dressing. Perfect for potlucks and barbecues, this no-cook salad delivers a satisfying mix of textures and flavors in just 15 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 (15 ounce) cans whole kernel corn, drained
- 1 red bell pepper, finely diced
- 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
- 1 cup mayo (can substitute light mayo)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 (9.25 ounce) bag Chili Cheese Fritos, lightly crushed
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
- Combine Main Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, stir together the drained corn, finely diced red bell pepper, shredded Mexican blend cheese, mayonnaise, and black pepper until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Add Fritos Just Before Serving: Right before serving, gently fold in the lightly crushed Chili Cheese Fritos to maintain their crunch and texture in the salad.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish the salad with fresh cilantro leaves if desired to add a fresh herbal note and vibrant green color. Serve immediately to enjoy the best texture.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute regular mayo with light or reduced-fat mayo.
- Do not add the Fritos too early to avoid them becoming soggy; add them just before serving.
- Can be prepared a few hours ahead of time but add Fritos and garnish fresh just before serving.
- Optionally, add a squeeze of lime juice for extra brightness.
- This salad pairs well with grilled meats, sandwiches, or as a standalone snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Fritos Corn Salad, Corn Salad, Party Salad, Easy Side Dish, Mexican Cheese Salad, No Cook Salad, Chili Cheese Fritos
