This salad blends the sweetness of red and green bell peppers with thawed corn, tangy cheddar cheese, creamy sour cream, and mayonnaise. It’s finished with a crunch from slightly crushed Fritos corn chips and is best served immediately.

A white serving bowl filled with colorful sweet peppers and corn, bits of cheese and pieces of Fritos all tossed in a creamy sauce.

A Fun and Easy Frito Salad Recipe!

Many different meals can be found in the huge and varied world of salads. Some salads look so fancy that they make us think of fancy dinners, while others make us think of home-cooked meals, which is comfortable. It’s great that my Easy Frito Salad is a nice mix between the two. It’s not too complicated nor too simple. This dish has a pleasing taste profile with subtle simplicity that touches the heart.

In a time when fusion food and cooking experimentation are popular, this Corn and Frito Salad still shows how beautiful it can be to use seemingly everyday ingredients to make a dish that stands out. Every part of the dish, from the sweet crunch of the corn to the rich depth of the cheese, works together perfectly to make a meal that tastes great.

Adding Fritos corn chips gives the dish a surprising but welcome twist by giving it a crunch that goes well with the creaminess of the meal. This salad is the kind that makes you feel welcome because it looks and tastes like something you’ve had before. The way the tastes and textures work together is like a dance that makes you feel both nostalgic and excited. This makes it a great choice for any event, from a fancy dinner to a simple family meal.

Easy Frito Salad Shopping List

All the ingredients to make Easy Frito Salad are arranged on a table.

Red Bell Pepper: This vibrant veggie adds a splash of color and a slight sweetness. Always look for a firm and shiny skin.
Green Bell Pepper: A counterpart to the red bell pepper, the green one brings a bit of zest and crispness.
Sweet Corn: Opt for a bag of frozen sweet corn for convenience. Corn adds a delightful sweetness and bite.
Cheddar Cheese: This cheese is known for its sharp and tangy flavor, complementing the sweetness of the corn beautifully.
Sour Cream: A creamy element that binds the ingredients together, adding a touch of tartness.
Mayonnaise: Another creamy component, it elevates the richness of the salad.
Fritos Corn Chips: The star crunch of the dish. These chips infuse the salad with a unique texture and taste.

How to Make Easy Frito Salad

The separated ingredients to make Easy Frito Salad fill a white mixing bowl.

Begin by preparing your veggies. Chop the red and green bell peppers into small pieces.
In a large bowl, add the thawed sweet corn.
Introduce the chopped bell peppers to the corn.
Sprinkle in the shredded cheddar cheese.
Add the sour cream and mayonnaise. Mix everything well until all ingredients are nicely combined.
Finally, slightly crush the Fritos corn chips and fold them into the salad. This will give your dish that iconic crunch.

Easy Frito Salad Tips and Tricks

An overhead image of Easy Taco Salad served in a large white bowl.

For an extra layer of flavor, consider roasting the bell peppers before adding them.
If you’re not a fan of Fritos, tortilla chips can serve as a good alternative.
Want a bit of heat? Add some diced jalapeños or a splash of hot sauce.

Storing Leftovers

This salad is best enjoyed fresh due to the crispy nature of the Fritos; however, if you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. If you plan to eat it the next day, consider adding the Fritos just before serving to maintain their crunch.

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Crunchy Fritos, sweet peppers, golden corn, cheddar cheese and creamy sauce are combined in a large white serving bowl.

Easy Frito Salad

Sweet red and green bell peppers, tender corn, cheddar cheese, tangy sour cream and creamy mayonnaise all come together to create this crowd-pleasing salad, and a few slightly crushed Fritos corn chips give it a satisfying crunch. Serve right away.

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Course Side

Cuisine American

Keyword Easy Frito Salad

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 0

Total Time 15

Servings servings

Ingredients

1/2 medium red bell pepper chopped
1/2 medium green bell pepper chopped
12 oz bag frozen sweet corn thawed
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup mayonnaise
10 oz bag of Fritos corn chips

Instructions

In a large bowl, combine the chopped red and green bell peppers, corn, shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise.
Mix the ingredients until well combined.
Slightly crush the Fritos, and add the Fritos to the salad. Toss well.
Serve immediately, and enjoy!

Notes

If you will not be serving the salad immediately, complete step one and then store the mixture in the refrigerator in a covered container. Toss the salad with the Fritos right before serving.

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Recipe by: I Heart Recipes