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Frito Cowboy Cabbage Recipe

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A zesty and crunchy Frito Cowboy Cabbage salad combining coleslaw mix, black beans, corn, jalapeño, and a smoky chipotle dressing, finished with Chili Cheese Fritos for a delightful Tex-Mex inspired side or light meal.

Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

  • 1 bag (16 ounces) coleslaw mix
  • 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and 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

Dressing Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Mix Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine coleslaw mix, rinsed and drained black beans, drained corn kernels, diced jalapeño, diced red bell pepper, sliced green onions, chopped cilantro, taco seasoning, and ground cumin. Toss thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
  2. Prepare Dressing: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, fresh lime juice, and chipotle adobo sauce until the mixture is smooth and well blended, forming about 1 ¼ cups of chipotle dressing.
  3. Combine Dressing and Salad: When ready to serve, pour the chipotle dressing over the salad mixture in the large bowl. Add all but a handful of Chili Cheese Fritos into the salad and gently stir to coat all components evenly with dressing while incorporating the Fritos for crunch.
  4. Top and Serve: Just before serving, sprinkle the reserved handful of Chili Cheese Fritos on top to add extra texture and crunch. Serve immediately for the best flavor and crispness.

Notes

  • For extra spice, leave some seeds in the jalapeño or add finely diced chipotles from the adobo sauce.
  • This salad is best enjoyed immediately to retain the crunchiness of the Fritos.
  • Make the dressing ahead of time to save prep time, but add the dressing and Fritos just before serving.
  • Can be served as a side dish or a light main for a casual Tex-Mex styled meal.

Keywords: Frito Cowboy Cabbage, coleslaw salad, chipotle dressing, chili cheese fritos, Tex-Mex salad, no-cook salad

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