Frito Salad

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Crunchy, flavorful, and irresistibly satisfying, Frito Salad is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for taco lovers and salad enthusiasts alike. This vibrant dish combines seasoned ground beef, crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, and bold toppings like shredded cheddar cheese, black beans, and sweet corn. The real star? The iconic Fritos corn chips, delivering a crave-worthy crunch in every bite. Tossed with your choice of creamy ranch or tangy Catalina dressing, this quick and easy salad comes together in just 25 minutes, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Packed with Tex-Mex flair and vibrant textures, this Frito Salad is a fresh twist on classic taco night that will keep everyone coming back for seconds.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 10 min
• Total Time: 25 min
• Servings: 6 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

13 items

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 packet Taco seasoning mix
• 1 head Romaine lettuce
• 2 cups Cherry tomatoes
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 Red onion
• 1 cup Black beans (canned, rinsed and drained)
• 1 cup Corn kernels (canned or fresh, cooked)
• 3 cups Fritos corn chips
• 0.5 cup Ranch dressing or Catalina dressing
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Pepper

📝 Instructions

9 steps

1. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

2. Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, about 7-10 minutes, breaking up the meat with a spatula as it cooks.

3. Drain any excess fat, then stir in the taco seasoning mix and 1/4 cup of water. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the seasoning is well incorporated. Set aside to cool slightly.

4. While the beef is cooking, chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large salad bowl.

5. Slice the cherry tomatoes in half, dice the half red onion, and add them to the bowl along with the black beans, corn, and shredded cheddar cheese.

6. Once the ground beef has cooled slightly, add it to the salad bowl with the veggies.

7. Right before serving, add the Fritos corn chips to the salad bowl to maintain their crunch.

8. Drizzle the salad with your choice of ranch or Catalina dressing and gently toss everything together until well combined.

9. Taste and adjust with salt and pepper if needed. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (370.0g)

Calories		603
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		41.8 g	54%
	Saturated Fat	13.0 g	65%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	3.7 g
Cholesterol		78 mg	26%
Sodium		1055 mg	46%
Total Carbohydrate		34.8 g	13%
	Dietary Fiber	5.9 g	21%
	Total Sugars	4.4 g
Protein		24.8 g	50%
Vitamin D		0.1 mcg	1%
Calcium		245 mg	19%
Iron		3.7 mg	21%
Potassium		685 mg	15%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 2265 cal (61.3%%)

Protein: 596 cal (16.1%%)

Carbs: 833 cal (22.6%%)