Bacon Ranch Frito Corn Salad

Bacon Ranch Corn Salad is a creamy, crunchy summer side loaded with sweet corn, crispy bacon, cheddar cheese, fresh vegetables, and ranch dressing. Chili Cheese Fritos added just before serving give it an extra layer of cheesy flavor and plenty of crunch.

It’s an easy make-ahead salad for cookouts, potlucks, family gatherings, or a simple summer lunch. Just keep the Fritos separate until you’re ready to serve so they stay nice and crisp.

INGREDIENTS

  • 6 slices bacon, cooked crispy and crumbled
  • 4 cups canned corn, drained, or frozen corn, thawed
  • 1/2 cup bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion, diced
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup ranch dressing
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro (optional)
  • Chili Cheese Fritos - around a 10 oz bag
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
DIRECTIONS
  1. Cook the bacon until crispy. Drain on paper towels, then crumble or chop into small pieces.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the drained or thawed corn, bacon, bell pepper, red onion, cherry tomatoes, cheddar cheese, and cilantro, if using.
  3. In a small bowl, stir together the mayonnaise and ranch dressing until well combined.
  4. Pour the dressing over the corn mixture and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
  5. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or until ready to serve.
  7. Just before serving, gently stir in the lightly crushed Chili Cheese Fritos. Sprinkle a few additional Fritos over the top, if desired.


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BACON RANCH CORN SALAD










INGREDIENTS

  • 6 slices bacon, cooked crispy and crumbled
  • 4 cups canned corn, drained, or frozen corn, thawed
  • 1/2 cup bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 cup red onion, diced
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup ranch dressing
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro (optional)
  • Chili Cheese Fritos - around a 10 oz bag
  • Salt and black pepper to taste


INSTRUCTIONS

  • Cook the bacon until crispy. Drain on paper towels, then crumble or chop into small pieces.
  • In a large bowl, combine the drained or thawed corn, bacon, bell pepper, red onion, cherry tomatoes, cheddar cheese, and cilantro, if using.
  • In a small bowl, stir together the mayonnaise and ranch dressing until well combined.
  • Pour the dressing over the corn mixture and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
  • Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or until ready to serve.
  • Just before serving, gently stir in the lightly crushed Chili Cheese Fritos. Sprinkle a few additional Fritos over the top, if desired.