Frito Corn Black Bean Salad (Printable Version)
# What You’ll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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2 (15-ounce) cans sweet corn, drained
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1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained
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1 (10-ounce) can Rotel, drained
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1 bell pepper, diced (red, green, or yellow)
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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1 (9.25-ounce) bag Fritos
→ Dressing
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⅔ cup sour cream
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1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
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1 teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon black pepper
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½ teaspoon garlic powder
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½ teaspoon onion powder
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½ teaspoon ground cumin
# Steps to Follow:
01 -
In a small bowl, combine sour cream, olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and ground cumin. Whisk until smooth and fully incorporated.
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In a large bowl, combine the corn, beans, Rotel, bell pepper, and shredded cheddar cheese.
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Top the salad with the prepared dressing and gently stir to combine.
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Add the Fritos to the salad just before serving. Fold them into the mixture gently to prevent breaking, maintaining their crunchy texture.
# Additional Notes:
01 -
Prepare the salad and dressing separately and store them separately until ready to serve. Combine with the Fritos just before serving to avoid sogginess.
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The salad without the Fritos will stay fresh for up to 2 days in the refrigerator when stored in an airtight container.