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Frito Cowboy Cabbage

Frito Cowboy Cabbage: Crunchy Tex-Mex Twist You’ll Love

Frito Cowboy Cabbage is a vibrant Tex-Mex salad combining crispy Fritos with fresh vegetables and a spicy chipotle dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 bag Coleslaw Mix Substitute with finely shredded cabbage if needed.
  • 1 cup Black Beans Use canned, rinsed and drained.
  • 1 cup Corn Kernels Canned or frozen work well.
  • 1 medium Jalapeño Pepper Adjust quantity based on desired spice level.
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Can substitute with yellow or orange.
  • 3 scallions Green Onions Regular onions can be used.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Can be replaced with parsley.
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning Homemade or store-bought.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Optional.
  • 2 cups Chili Cheese Fritos Substitute with gluten-free corn chips if necessary.
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be a healthier substitute.
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Opt for light mayo or vegan alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lime Juice Freshly squeezed is preferred.
  • 1 tablespoon Chipotle Sauce Adjust to heat preference.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Frito Cowboy Cabbage
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the coleslaw mix, black beans, corn, jalapeño, red bell pepper, green onions, and cilantro. Toss gently until evenly mixed.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, and chipotle sauce until smooth.
  3. Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and fold gently until well-coated. Reserve a handful of Fritos for topping.
  4. Just before serving, sprinkle reserved Fritos over the salad. Mix gently if desired.
  5. Serve immediately for the best taste and texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Keep Fritos separate until just before serving to maintain crunch. You can prepare the vegetable mixture and dressing ahead of time.

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