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Frito Cowboy Cabbage Salad

A crunchy, creamy western-style cabbage salad loaded with corn, black beans, cheese, veggies, and Fritos for the perfect potluck side.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Western
Calories: 260

Ingredients
  

Salad
  • 4 cups shredded cabbage
  • 1 cup corn canned, drained
  • 1 cup black beans rinsed & drained
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 0.5 cup green onions sliced
  • 0.25 cup jalapenos sliced
  • 1 cup Fritos crushed
  • 0.25 cup cilantro optional, chopped
Dressing
  • 0.5 cup ranch dressing
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Salad tongs

Method
 

  1. Whisk ranch dressing, mayonnaise, lime juice, chili powder, garlic powder, and smoked paprika together. Chill.
  2. Combine cabbage, corn, black beans, cheddar, bell pepper, green onions, jalapenos, and cilantro in a bowl.
  3. Pour dressing over salad and toss well.
  4. Add crushed Fritos just before serving.
  5. Serve immediately and garnish with extra Fritos if desired.

Notes

Add Fritos right before eating for the best crunch.