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Frito Cowboy Cabbage Salad

Crunchy Frito Cowboy Cabbage Salad for Busy Weeknights

This Frito Cowboy Cabbage Salad is a no-cook masterpiece, combining fresh veggies and zesty flavors for a quick, satisfying dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad Base
  • 1 bag Coleslaw Mix Substitute with shredded cabbage or a mix of greens for variety.
  • 1 can Black Beans Rinsed and drained; can be replaced with chickpeas.
  • 1 cup Corn Use fresh corn or canned.
  • 1 Jalapeño Diced; omit or use mild green pepper for less spice.
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Chopped; can substitute with yellow or orange bell peppers.
  • 4 stalks Green Onions Chopped; red onion can be used instead.
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Fresh; parsley can substitute.
For the Dressing
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning Robust flavor; homemade taco seasoning can be made.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Omit if unavailable.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt is a suitable substitute.
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise Vegan mayo can be used for a plant-based option.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lime Juice Lemon juice can be a suitable alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Chipotle Sauce Mild salsa can be substituted or omitted.
For the Finishing Touch
  • 1 bag Chili Cheese Fritos Fold into the salad just before serving.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, add the coleslaw mix, rinsed black beans, corn, diced jalapeño, chopped red bell pepper, sliced green onions, and fresh cilantro. Sprinkle in the taco seasoning and ground cumin, then toss everything together until well mixed and colorful.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the sour cream, mayonnaise, fresh lime juice, and chipotle sauce until smooth. Adjust consistency with water or lime juice as needed.
  3. Pour the creamy dressing over the salad mixture and gently fold the ingredients to coat them evenly.
  4. Just before serving, fold in the Chili Cheese Fritos, reserving some for garnish to maintain crunch.
  5. Transfer the salad to a serving bowl and garnish with the leftover Fritos. Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 9gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 7gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Add the Fritos right before serving to keep them crispy. Customize spice levels by adjusting the jalapeño and chipotle sauce. Letting the salad sit before serving melds the flavors beautifully.

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