Frito Corn Salad

Crunchy, creamy, and bursting with vibrant flavors, Frito Corn Salad is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for potlucks, barbecues, or a simple side dish upgrade. This quick and easy recipe combines sweet corn kernels, crisp bell peppers, and red onion with a tangy blend of mayonnaise and sour cream for a refreshingly creamy base. Shredded cheddar cheese adds richness, while salty, crispy Fritos corn chips bring an irresistible crunch that takes this salad to the next level. A sprinkle of fresh cilantro offers a pop of color and optional herbal freshness. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook salad is as effortless as it is delicious, a perfect balance of texture and taste served up in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups Sweet corn kernels (canned, drained or thawed frozen)
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium Green bell pepper, diced
• 0.5 cup Red onion, finely chopped
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 2 cups Fritos corn chips
• 0.75 cup Mayonnaise
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro, chopped (optional)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the sweet corn kernels, diced red bell pepper, diced green bell pepper, chopped red onion, and shredded cheddar cheese.

Step 2

In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.

Step 3

Pour the dressing over the vegetable and cheese mixture in the large bowl. Gently toss to coat everything evenly.

Step 4

Just before serving, stir in the Fritos corn chips to ensure they remain crunchy.

Step 5

Garnish with chopped cilantro, if desired, and serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1640.8 grams (1640.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3237

Total Fat 228.50g	293%
Saturated Fat 56.60g	283%
Polyunsaturated Fat 14.80g
Cholesterol 354mg	118%
Sodium 4923mg	214%
Total Carbohydrate 272.90g	99%
Dietary Fiber 31.60g	113%
Total Sugars 69.90g
Protein 66.60g	133%

Vitamin D 24IU	120%
Calcium 1143mg	88%
Iron 7mg	40%
Potassium 2609mg	56%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.2%

Protein: 7.8%

Carbs: 32.0%