Description

Fritos Corn Salad is a delicious and creamy no-cook side dish featuring a blend of sour cream, mayonnaise, cheddar cheese, colorful bell peppers, green onions, sweet corn, ranch seasoning, and crunchy crushed Fritos corn chips. This easy-to-make salad is perfect for potlucks, barbecues, or a quick snack with a delightful balance of creamy, tangy, and crunchy textures.

Ingredients

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Salad Base

1 cup sour cream
1 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon ranch seasoning mix

Vegetables & Cheese

2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
1/2 cup diced green bell pepper
1/4 cup diced green onions

Crunchy Topping

1 bag (9.25 oz) Fritos corn chips, crushed

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Instructions

Combine sour cream and mayonnaise: In a large mixing bowl, add the sour cream and mayonnaise, stirring together until smooth and fully blended to create the creamy base.
Add shredded cheddar cheese: Mix the shredded cheddar cheese into the creamy mixture, ensuring it is evenly distributed throughout.
Incorporate corn: Drain the can of corn well and gently fold it into the mixture to spread it evenly.
Add diced bell peppers: Dice the red and green bell peppers into small pieces and stir them into the bowl.
Mix in green onions: Chop the green onions finely and add them to the salad mixture.
Season the salad: Sprinkle the ranch seasoning mix over the ingredients and stir everything together until thoroughly combined.
Prepare Fritos: Open the bag of Fritos corn chips and crush them slightly by hand into smaller pieces without pulverizing them.
Fold in Fritos: Gently fold the crushed Fritos into the salad mixture, careful not to crush them too much to maintain their crunch.
Cover and chill: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld together.
Serve: Serve the salad chilled for a crunchy, creamy, and flavorful dish perfect for snacking or as a side.

Notes

For best texture, crush the Fritos only slightly to keep some crunchiness.
You can prepare this salad a few hours ahead and refrigerate to enhance flavors.
Feel free to use reduced-fat sour cream and mayonnaise for a lighter version.
This salad is gluten-free, but always check seasoning labels if you have dietary restrictions.
Variation: Add chopped cilantro for an extra fresh flavor.