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Fritos Chili Cheese Salad

Fritos Chili Cheese Salad

Fritos Chili Cheese Salad is a crunchy and creamy dish perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup Corn fresh, frozen (thawed), or canned (drained)
  • 1 Red Bell Peppers diced into small pieces
  • 1 small Purple Onion finely diced
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese freshly grated
  • 2 cups Chili Fritos opt for Chili Cheese Fritos for extra flavor
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise substitute with ranch dressing or sour cream for a zesty alternative

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • box grater
  • sharp knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by dicing the red bell peppers and purple onion into small, even pieces using a sharp knife. Place in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Next, grate the block of cheddar cheese finely. Sprinkle the grated cheese into the bowl with your chopped veggies.
  3. Incorporate the corn into the large bowl. Drain canned corn thoroughly if used; thaw and drain excess water if using frozen corn.
  4. Gently break the Chili Fritos into bite-sized pieces and fold them into the mixture just before serving.
  5. Add the mayonnaise into the bowl, mixing thoroughly to coat all ingredients evenly. Substitutions can be made for vinaigrette preferences.
  6. Transfer the salad to a serving platter and serve immediately to enjoy the refreshing and crunchy textures.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 8IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Add Fritos last to maintain crunch. Use fresh ingredients for best flavor and texture. Dress only before serving for optimal freshness.

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