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Frito Cowboy Cabbage

Frito Cowboy Cabbage: Bold Tex-Mex Coleslaw You'll Love

Frito Cowboy Cabbage is a bold and crunchy twist on traditional coleslaw that enhances any BBQ or potluck.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 bag Coleslaw Mix Use shredded green cabbage as a substitute if coleslaw mix isn't available.
  • 1 cup Black Beans Rinsed and drained.
  • 1 cup Corn Kernels Canned and drained.
  • 1 medium Jalapeño Pepper Remove seeds for less spice or skip it entirely.
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Can be substituted with orange or yellow bell pepper.
  • 1/2 cup Green Onions Can use shallots or red onion as alternatives.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Can be substituted with parsley.
For the Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons Taco Seasoning Use homemade seasoning if preferred.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Omit if not available.
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Can substitute with Greek yogurt.
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Vegan mayo can be used.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lime Juice Lemon juice can work as a substitute.
  • 1 tablespoon Chipotle Sauce For milder flavor, mix smoked paprika with mild salsa.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Chili Cheese Fritos Opt for regular Fritos for a less spicy alternative.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the coleslaw mix, drained black beans, canned corn, diced jalapeño, chopped red bell pepper, sliced green onions, and chopped fresh cilantro. Toss gently until evenly distributed.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the sour cream, mayonnaise, fresh lime juice, and chipotle sauce until smooth. Set aside.
  3. Pour the creamy dressing over the salad mixture and stir gently until everything is mixed.
  4. Sprinkle Chili Cheese Fritos over the top just before serving to maintain their crunch.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, keeping Fritos separate until serving to maintain crunch.

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