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Frito Cowboy Cabbage Salad

A crunchy, creamy, flavor-packed cabbage salad loaded with beans, corn, veggies, and crispy Fritos tossed in a zesty ranch dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 290

Ingredients
  

Salad Ingredients
  • 4 cups shredded cabbage
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • 1 cup black beans rinsed & drained
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 3 green onions sliced
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 handful fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1 lime juiced
  • 2 cups Fritos crushed, added before serving
Dressing
  • 1 cup ranch dressing
  • 2 tbsp mayo or Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 0.5 tsp taco seasoning

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

  1. Add shredded cabbage, tomatoes, green onions, corn, and black beans to a large bowl.
  2. Whisk ranch, mayo/Greek yogurt, taco seasoning, and lime juice until smooth.
  3. Pour dressing over salad ingredients and toss until fully coated.
  4. Fold in cheddar cheese and cilantro.
  5. Chill salad if not serving immediately.
  6. Add crushed Fritos right before serving and toss lightly.

Notes

Keep Fritos separate until serving for maximum crunch.