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Frito Cowboy Cabbage Recipe

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3.9 from 56 reviews

Frito Cowboy Cabbage is a vibrant, crunchy coleslaw salad packed with southwestern flavors. Combining coleslaw mix, black beans, corn, jalapeño, and red bell pepper with a smoky chipotle dressing and topped with Chili Cheese Fritos, this dish offers a perfect balance of spice, creaminess, and crisp texture. It’s an ideal side or light meal for summer gatherings or easy weeknight dinners.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

Salad

  • 1 bag (16 ounces) coleslaw mix
  • 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed, drained
  • 1 ½ cups (247.5 g) canned corn kernels, drained
  • 1 medium jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely diced
  • 1 small red bell pepper, seeded and finely diced
  • 3 green onions, finely sliced
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 bag (9.75 ounces) Chili Cheese Fritos, reserving a handful for topping

Chipotle Dressing

  • ½ cup (115 g) sour cream
  • ½ cup (116 g) mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup fresh lime juice (about 2 limes)
  • 2 tablespoons chipotle sauce from canned chipotles in adobo (just the sauce, not the peppers)

Instructions

  1. Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, add the coleslaw mix, black beans, corn, jalapeño, red bell pepper, green onions, cilantro, taco seasoning, and ground cumin. Toss thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly combined.
  2. Prepare Chipotle Dressing: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, fresh lime juice, and chipotle sauce until the mixture is smooth and uniform. This will yield about 1 ¼ cups of dressing.
  3. Coat Salad with Dressing: When ready to serve, pour the chipotle dressing over the coleslaw mixture. Gently stir to coat all the ingredients evenly.
  4. Add Fritos: Mix in all but a handful of the Chili Cheese Fritos, folding gently to maintain the texture and coat the salad with a delicious crunch.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Just before serving, sprinkle the reserved handful of Chili Cheese Fritos over the top for extra crunch and decorative appeal. Serve immediately to enjoy all the layers of fresh, bold flavors and crisp textures.

Notes

  • For an extra kick, include some finely chopped chipotle peppers themselves along with the sauce in the dressing.
  • This salad is best enjoyed immediately after tossing to maintain the crispiness of the Fritos.
  • Substitute mayonnaise and sour cream with vegan alternatives to make it dairy-free and vegan-friendly.
  • You can add diced avocado for a creamier texture.
  • If preferred less spicy, reduce or omit the jalapeño and chipotle sauce.
  • Use fresh corn instead of canned for a sweeter crunch if in season.
  • Author: Adeline
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Southwestern American

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