Frito Cowboy Cabbage Mix (Print-Friendly Recipe)
Crunchy cabbage salad with spicy chipotle dressing and savory Fritos topping, ideal for a fresh, flavorful dish.
# Ingredients List:
→ Vegetables and Legumes
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1 bag (16 ounces) coleslaw mix
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1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
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1.5 cups canned corn kernels, drained
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1 medium jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely diced
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1 small red bell pepper, seeded and finely diced
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3 green onions, thinly sliced
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1/4 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
→ Seasonings
08 -
1 tablespoon taco seasoning
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1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
→ Snacks
10 -
1 bag (9.75 ounces) Chili Cheese Fritos, divided
→ Dressing
11 -
1/2 cup sour cream
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1/2 cup mayonnaise
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1/4 cup fresh lime juice
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2 tablespoons chipotle sauce from canned chipotles in adobo
# How to Make It:
01 -
Place coleslaw mix, black beans, corn, jalapeño, red bell pepper, green onions, cilantro, taco seasoning, and ground cumin into a large mixing bowl. Gently toss until evenly combined.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, and chipotle sauce until smooth and homogeneous.
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Pour the chipotle dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss gently to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated.
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Fold in all but a small handful of the Chili Cheese Fritos, distributing them evenly throughout the salad. Reserve the remaining Fritos for topping.
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Sprinkle the reserved Fritos on top immediately before serving to preserve their crispness. Serve right away for optimal texture and freshness.
# Extra Information:
01 -
Adjust jalapeño quantity to control the level of spiciness.
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Prepare the salad up to a few hours in advance but add Fritos just before serving to keep them crunchy.