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Paula Deen Frito Corn Salad

Creamy Paula Deen Frito Corn Salad – Perfect for BBQs!

Discover Paula Deen's Frito Corn Salad, a quick and creamy side dish perfect for BBQs!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Whole Kernel Corn Fresh corn off the cob is recommended.
  • 1 cup Grated Cheddar Cheese Can substitute with mild or pepper jack cheese.
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise Greek yogurt can be used for a lighter option.
  • 1 cup Green Pepper (chopped) Can substitute with colorful bell peppers.
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion (finely diced) Green onions are a milder alternative.
  • 2 cups Fritos Corn Chips Use tortilla chips or any crunchy snack as an alternative.
  • 1 bag Fritos Scoops For serving.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by draining the whole kernel corn and placing it in a large mixing bowl. Next, chop the green pepper and finely dice the red onion.
  2. In the same mixing bowl, uniformly combine the drained corn, grated cheddar cheese, and mayonnaise. Stir until well coated.
  3. Gently fold in the crushed Fritos corn chips, being careful not to break them down too much.
  4. Serve the salad immediately or allow it to chill in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours to enhance flavor.
  5. Garnish with additional Fritos Scoops before presentation, if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving for best flavor. Keep Fritos separate until serving to maintain their crunch.

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