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Frito Cowboy Cabbage

Frito Cowboy Cabbage: A Crunchy Tex-Mex Delight to Savor

Frito Cowboy Cabbage is a vibrant Tex-Mex salad combining Fritos, fresh veggies, and zesty dressing, perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 bag coleslaw mix provides essential crunch and freshness
  • 1 can black beans rinsed well to lower sodium content
  • 1 cup corn kernels canned or fresh varieties work
  • 1 medium jalapeño pepper adjust for spice preference
  • 1 medium red bell pepper or substitute with any sweet pepper
  • 1/4 cup green onions can substitute with regular chopped onions
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro omit if not a fan, can substitute with parsley
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or use Greek yogurt for a healthier option
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise or opt for vegan mayo
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice fresh squeezed is best
  • 1 tablespoon chipotle sauce adjust for desired heat level
For the Crunch
  • 1 bag Chili Cheese Fritos gluten-free options are available
Seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning homemade or store-bought
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin adds warmth and depth

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the coleslaw mix, rinsed black beans, sweet corn kernels, diced jalapeño, chopped red bell pepper, sliced green onions, and fresh cilantro. Toss everything together gently until evenly mixed.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the sour cream, mayonnaise, freshly squeezed lime juice, and chipotle sauce until smooth and creamy.
  3. Pour the creamy dressing over the salad mixture and fold gently using a spatula. Add the taco seasoning and ground cumin.
  4. Reserve a handful of Chili Cheese Fritos and mix the remaining crunchy chips into the salad.
  5. Transfer the Frito Cowboy Cabbage to a serving dish. Sprinkle reserved Fritos on top just before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For maximum crunch, add Fritos just before serving. Prepare the dressing ahead of time to allow flavors to marry.

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