Description
Frito Cowboy Cabbage is a vibrant and crunchy salad that brings a bold twist to traditional coleslaw. Loaded with fresh vegetables, black beans, and the irresistible crunch of Chili Cheese Fritos, this dish is elevated by a zesty chipotle dressing that adds a delightful kick. Perfect for summer barbecues, potlucks, or as a hearty side for weeknight dinners, this recipe is sure to impress your guests while becoming a staple in your household. With its quick preparation time and versatility, you can enjoy this flavorful salad on its own or pair it with grilled proteins or tacos for a delicious meal.
Ingredients
- Coleslaw mix (16 ounces)
- Black beans (1 can, 15 ounces)
- Canned corn kernels (1 ½ cups)
- Jalapeño pepper (1 medium)
- Red bell pepper (1 small)
- Green onions (3)
- Fresh cilantro (¼ cup)
- Chili Cheese Fritos (9.75 ounces)
- Sour cream (½ cup)
- Mayonnaise (½ cup)
- Fresh lime juice (¼ cup)
- Chipotle sauce (2 tablespoons)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine coleslaw mix, black beans, corn, jalapeño, red bell pepper, green onions, cilantro, taco seasoning, and cumin. Toss until evenly mixed.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, and chipotle sauce until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and add all but a handful of Fritos. Gently stir to combine.
- Just before serving, top with reserved Fritos for added crunch.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg