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Frito Cowboy Cabbage


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  • Author: isabella
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x

Description

Frito Cowboy Cabbage is a vibrant and crunchy twist on traditional coleslaw that tantalizes the taste buds with bold flavors and textures. This delightful salad combines fresh coleslaw mix, black beans, corn, and colorful peppers, all topped with a creamy and zesty chipotle dressing. The pièce de résistance is the Chili Cheese Fritos mixed in for an irresistible crunch. Perfect for potlucks, BBQs, or family dinners, this easy-to-make dish can be prepared in just 20 minutes, making it an ideal option for busy nights or last-minute gatherings. Impress your guests with this colorful and flavorful cowboy slaw that not only tastes great but also packs a nutritious punch!


Ingredients

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  • 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)
  • 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. In a large mixing bowl, combine the coleslaw mix, black beans, corn, diced jalapeño, red bell pepper, sliced green onions, taco seasoning, and ground cumin. Toss until evenly mixed.
  2. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, and chipotle sauce until smooth.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently stir to coat all ingredients evenly.
  4. Mix in all but a reserved handful of Chili Cheese Fritos for crunch.
  5. Serve immediately, topping with the reserved Fritos for extra texture.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Tex-Mex

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 320mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 29g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg