Frito Corn Salad is wonderfully creamy with lots of shredded cheddar cheese and crunchy, salty Frito corn chips. Great for summer potlucks and picnics!
Frito Corn Salad is something I find to be absolutely addicting. Seriously. If there is a bowl of this on the counter, I will not leave its side.
So wonderfully creamy with lots of shredded cheddar cheese and crunchy, salty Frito Corn Chips.
I used Chili Cheese-flavored Frito Chips but BBQ or Ranch flavored corn chips taste awesome as well.
Quick and Easy To Make
Made with canned corn, Frito Corn Salad is a breeze to make and is a fan favorite at potlucks and picnics.
A combination of mayonnaise and sour cream makes it super creamy and some diced red onion gives it a little bite.
Make in Advance
It can be made in advance. Just remember to add the corn chips last thing or they will get soggy.
Or you can even serve them on the side and use them to scoop the corn salad as a dip. So good!!
More Picnic Sides
- BBQ Ranch Pasta Salad– with a sweet and tangy dressing.
- Jalapeno Popper Pasta Salad– all that awesome flavor of a jalapeno popper!
- Creamy Spicy Cucumbers– such a great summer side.
- Jalapeno Popper Corn Frito Salad– a spicy version of this recipe. So good!
- Sweet Vinegar Coleslaw
Never miss a recipe. Follow Spicy Southern Kitchen on Facebook, YouTube, and Pinterest.
Frito Corn Salad
Ingredients
- 1 (15-ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
- 1 (15-ounce) can Fiesta corn, drained
- 2/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 1/2 red onion, finely diced
- 6 ounces cheddar cheese, grated
- 1 (9.75-ounce) bag BBQ or Chili Cheese Flavored Corn Chips
Instructions
- Place corn in a large bowl.
- Stir in mayonnaise and sour cream.
- Add onion and cheddar cheese and stir to mix.
- Just before serving, sprinkle corn chips on top.
Nutrition
Want to Save This Recipe?
Originally posted May 23, 2016.
Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links.
I am a fan of your recipes. Can I buy a hard copy cookbook?
Thx4alludo.
Is it possible to use either fresh or frozen corn instead of canned corn?
Yes you can use frozen !! That is what I use don’t like canned corn
I tripled the recipe but used half the onion called for and topped with BBQ Fritos. It was so easy to make and a big hit at pot luck sports banquet. It was definitely salty with lots of flavor from the BBQ Fritos. I think I will try regular Fritos next time.
Our family has been making this for years except we use ranch dressing instead of the mayo and sour cream and we had bacon bits! Yum!
Can this be made a day ahead?
Yes, but don’t add the Frito chips until just before serving.
I sprinkled white pepper, season all and a couple tsps of chili seasoning mix.. Used spring onions.. Turned out awesome! Thanks
I see you don’t monetize your website, don’t waste your traffic,
you can earn additional cash every month.
You can use the best adsense alternative for any type
of website (they approve all websites), for more details simply search
in gooogle: boorfe’s tips monetize your website
Amazing. I used Chili Cheese Fritos – YUM!
I only used half the onion, but added a small can of diced green chiles; also subbed in a mexican blend cheese instead of cheddar. It turned out amazing!
I made this for a Memorial Day cookout and it was a hit. Thank you for sharing!!
We added fresh red peppers and green onion too! Soo amazingly addictive and delicious
I’ve had it before at a potluck and I couldn’t stop eating it!
I plan on making this for a party I am going to on Labor Day weekend. I think I will use Frio Scoops instead. Although these don’t come the flavors you listed…..maybe I will a mix of Fritos. This sounds really good!
Hope you enjoy it Barbara!
I had a dish very similar to your Frito corn dip that was warm when serving what your thoughts on that
It was corn mayo I think it had some sour cream and was topped off with crushed flaming hot Cheetos awesome. But I remember it being warm
It looks addictive and so perfect for the season!
harry@mail.postmanllc.net
I’ve had walking tacos before, but I’ve never seen any other food with Fritos in it like this. What a fun side! This would be everyone’s favorite at a barbecue.
I could tear that up! Chili cheese Fritos are one of my weaknesses!
Christin, my daughter and her friends are planning a bunch of cookouts this summer and I know they will so love this! Thanks so much for sharing it – and I love the fritos on the side idea!
This is such a fun twist on salad for the summer! It would be SO perfect at a barbecue (and since the sun is shining I’m itching for summer barbecue season to get into full swing)!
Wow! This looks like the most perfect salad, Christin! Corn dips and salads are my absolute favorite, but adding in fritos is just a genius idea!