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This Frito Corn Salad recipe is filled with corn, peppers, onion, and crushed Fritos. The perfect side dish for BBQs and potlucks that screams splurge and game time! Use Chili Cheese Fritos for some extra spice.

FRITO CORN SALAD

I made this Frito Corn Salad years ago but couldn’t bring myself to post it because I felt like I would get hate mail.

I get angry emails for using a can of condensed soup so making a “salad” out of Fritos – yeah, I didn’t think that would go over to well.

But guess what? It’s good and if you’re not a fan, I’ll have a healthy recipe for you tomorrow. Or you can try this Corn, Tomato, and Avocado Salad.

Oh wait. Maybe next week? Umm…nevermind. Maybe this isn’t the site for you. Now that we’ve cleared the air, let’s get to the Frito Corn Salad.

This salad is pretty simple: corn, peppers, onion, and mayo. I used canned corn here but you could definitely used frozen corn thawed or fresh. If you want to add some color use red and green pepper.

It’s very important to not add the crushed Fritos until right before serving because you want them nice and crunchy. Eat this with a spoon or use it as a dip!

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Frito Corn Salad

4.32 from 86 votes

This Frito Corn Salad recipe is filled with corn, peppers, onion, and crushed Fritos. The perfect side dish for BBQs and potlucks that screams splurge and game time! Use Chili Cheese Fritos for some extra spice.

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Prep Time: 10 minutes mins

Total Time: 10 minutes mins

Servings: 8 servings

Ingredients

2 (15 ounce) cans whole kernel corn, drained
2 cups grated cheddar cheese
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup green pepper, chopped
1/2 cup red onion, diced finely
1 (10 1/2 ounce) bag coarsely crushed regular Fritos corn chips or Fritos chili cheese corn chips
Fritos Scoops for serving

Instructions

Mix first 5 ingredients and chill. Stir in corn chips just before serving. You may not want to add all of the corn chips. Add a little at a time. Some people prefer to just serve the Fritos on the side or crumbled on top. You can eat this with a spoon or as a dip with Fritos Scoops for serving.

Notes

Use both red and green peppers for more color.

You don't have to add all of the crushed Fritos. Just add until desired consistency.

Source: Food.com

Cuisine: American

Course: Appetizer, Side Dish

Author: Christy Denney

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published on May 28, 2022

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91 comments on “Frito Corn Salad”

Colleen Wagner — Thu, 18 May 2023 @ 09:35:06 EDT Reply
Don’t walk, RUN to the store now to but these ingredients. It is absolutely delicious and a hit every time it is served. Wonderful as is it spice it up or add things to make it more your own. So delicious and thank you does hating this and so many wonderful recipes
Disclaimer: I’mNot above using a canned soup when called for 😉💃 lol
- Christy Denney — Fri, 11 Aug 2023 @ 23:45:21 EDT Reply
  Thank you!
Monica B — Sun, 02 Apr 2023 @ 14:21:20 EDT Reply
Can you use ranch dressing instead of mayonnaise?
- Christy Denney — Mon, 24 Apr 2023 @ 02:26:19 EDT Reply
  Sure!
Susan P — Sun, 19 Mar 2023 @ 21:56:28 EDT Reply
I LOVED how you “apologized” practically through the entire recipe. And I would have done the same. But two Sundays ago, someone brought this to our church Potluck, and the bowl was cleaned-out! She had apparently made this dish several times, and apologized herself! I will tell her secret; regular fritoes and taco seasoning. Personally I cannot wait to make this with chili fritoes (and Dukes!)
- Christy Denney — Mon, 24 Apr 2023 @ 02:40:48 EDT Reply
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  Haha I guess we’re all the same!
Heidi — Fri, 30 Dec 2022 @ 17:53:21 EST Reply
Always a favorite! Love it!
Beth — Sun, 29 May 2022 @ 08:19:44 EDT Reply
You don’t say how much Mayo you add- can you please advice. Thank you!!!
- Cheffy — Sun, 29 May 2022 @ 19:56:52 EDT Reply
  The recipe says one cup
- Christy Denney — Mon, 25 Jul 2022 @ 02:30:17 EDT Reply
  It says 1 cup mayo in the recipe
Karen Geers — Tue, 30 Nov 2021 @ 11:17:18 EST Reply
This frito corn salad is so stinking good…. My girlfriend made it and brought it to one of our lunches…. We all loved it and wanted the recipe. I have also made it and it is a hit every time I do.😘
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- Christy Denney — Fri, 07 Jan 2022 @ 20:06:18 EST Reply
  Awesome!
ashley — Fri, 18 Jun 2021 @ 13:28:58 EDT Reply
Do you cook the corn?
- Christy Denney — Thu, 29 Jul 2021 @ 02:55:06 EDT Reply
  Nope!
Katelynn — Sun, 06 Jun 2021 @ 09:43:30 EDT Reply
We love, love, love this salad!
Add a little cilantro…so good!
- Christy Denney — Sat, 31 Jul 2021 @ 01:16:31 EDT Reply
  yum!
Debra — Sat, 22 May 2021 @ 15:48:18 EDT Reply
Thank you for sharing the recipe. We love it. It’s something different to take to potluck dinners. Most people bring potato salad etc. I always get compliments & request for recipe.
- Christy Denney — Sat, 31 Jul 2021 @ 02:05:35 EDT Reply
  Love that!
DALYNDA BELLMORE — Tue, 18 May 2021 @ 11:14:25 EDT Reply
I had this at a family reunion and thought it was WONDERFUL! I know it’s a can of corn, but it felt fresh and so crunchy!! I loved it and it’s a great quick dish to bring to any event!!
- Christy Denney — Sat, 31 Jul 2021 @ 02:18:38 EDT Reply
  Thanks!
Melissa — Sun, 07 Feb 2021 @ 11:30:52 EST Reply
Just found this recipe! I’ve had at it at potlucks and am making it for the first time today. Any thoughts on adding chili seasoning to it? Maybe 2 tsps.
- Christy Denney — Thu, 11 Mar 2021 @ 01:21:55 EST Reply
  I think chili seasoning would be great or adding chili cheese fritos!
Joy — Mon, 26 Oct 2020 @ 14:00:22 EDT Reply
I’m very happy to discover this great site. I need to to thank you for ones
time just for this fantastic read!! I definitely savored every little bit of it and I have you bookmarked to look at new
things in your site.
- Christy Denney — Fri, 30 Oct 2020 @ 19:13:01 EDT Reply
  Thanks!
Kesha Wells — Fri, 28 Aug 2020 @ 00:24:14 EDT Reply
What’s a serving size! I’m adding this recipe to my WW app!
- Christy Denney — Fri, 28 Aug 2020 @ 01:21:05 EDT Reply
  Shoot. Well there are 8 servings so I just divide it by 8.
Marilou — Wed, 01 Jul 2020 @ 13:25:19 EDT Reply
Would plain Greek yogurt work instead of mayo?
- Christy Denney — Sat, 11 Jul 2020 @ 02:36:45 EDT Reply
  YEs. It’s definitely very tart with that substitution though.
Terri — Sat, 21 Dec 2019 @ 17:57:20 EST Reply
Hi this salad, dip is to die for! Can you make it a day ahead? And add the Fritos right before serving?
- Christy Denney — Mon, 23 Dec 2019 @ 00:57:49 EST Reply
  Yes, totally!
Cindy Mock — Sat, 14 Dec 2019 @ 21:24:15 EST Reply
I made this for my sister’s birthday party, but I grilled whole ears of corn and scraped it off the cob for another layer of flavor. I also made a separate batch with chopped jalapeno peppers for a more spicy version for my bro in law who is Mexican. It was a huge hit!
- Christy Denney — Wed, 18 Dec 2019 @ 22:39:12 EST Reply
  I bet the grilled version was fantastic!
Mary — Thu, 22 Aug 2019 @ 10:42:14 EDT Reply
I am always asked to make this for cookouts or church dinners. We are actually having homecoming dinner at church Sunday and I was asked if I was bringing it! Thanks for the recipe!
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- Christy Denney — Tue, 03 Sep 2019 @ 23:52:18 EDT Reply
  Awesome. Hope they love it.
Jodi — Mon, 05 Aug 2019 @ 17:21:05 EDT Reply
This looks and sounds delicious, I mean it’s got Fritos in it. . . .yum! Can’t wait to make this. I loved your comment about the canned soup. . . why can’t readers just keep their negative thoughts to themselves? I’ve learned that being a food blogger definitely requires some thick skin! I love canned soups and think they are lifesavers sometimes! Love your site and your recipes! Can’t wait to try this salad.
- Christy Denney — Sun, 08 Sep 2019 @ 23:24:04 EDT Reply
  Thank you! You’re not kidding! I never knew how mad people could get.
Susan — Thu, 01 Aug 2019 @ 07:53:14 EDT Reply
Hi,
I’m very new to your site and really liked your recipe and looking forward to making it. I also like reading the reviews!
I would like to use fresh corn but do you have to blanch it first?
Thank you.
- Christy Denney — Fri, 02 Aug 2019 @ 21:06:52 EDT Reply
  I would blanch it first if you are using fresh!
  - Darla — Thu, 02 Jul 2020 @ 21:45:32 EDT Reply
    I don’t do much cooking, so this might be mentioned somewhere and I overlooked it. How man servings does this recipe make? Taking it to a work potluck so I’m trying to gauge how much to make.
    - Christy Denney — Sat, 11 Jul 2020 @ 02:32:55 EDT Reply
      Yields 8 servings.
Laurie — Thu, 04 Jul 2019 @ 19:29:57 EDT Reply
I made this a few weeks ago and thought it was pretty good. Husband and daughter liked it but I thought it was a little bland. I made it again today and added about a half cup of salsa in with the mayonnaise. The salsa gave it a little zip and made it a really flavorful delicious salad!
- Christy Denney — Wed, 17 Jul 2019 @ 01:58:23 EDT Reply
  Great tip.
Lorraine — Thu, 20 Jun 2019 @ 20:45:10 EDT Reply
Loved this salad. I used 3 ears of fresh corn on the cob. Well do this again.
- Christy Denney — Sun, 21 Jul 2019 @ 23:27:28 EDT Reply
  Fresh corn is always good!
Cctherine — Thu, 13 Jun 2019 @ 12:42:23 EDT Reply
Yes, you are right. “Gifted” classes are made for parents, not kids. Better schools don’t even use that designation but rather depend on amazing classroom teachers to meet their students’ needs where they are. Differentiation in the classroom setting with rich and rigorous curriculum, opportunities for teamwork and collaboration, plus project-based learning will give your “gifted” baby a better education.
- Christy Denney — Sun, 21 Jul 2019 @ 23:45:40 EDT Reply
  So true!!!!
Donna M — Thu, 13 Jun 2019 @ 11:41:33 EDT Reply
I had to comment (I usually don’t but LOVE your recipes- and your sense of humor!) when I read this- your child recognized as gifted, but out in la-la land… yes!! Mine too!! I always thought the definition of a “gifted” child was one of those kids you see playing a concerto on a piano without music, or a violin virtuoso at age 4. Certainly not MY kid, who couldn’t even be bribed monetarily to finish his homework!! And yet, that’s what they said. Fast forward to now- he’s 38, one of my greatest joys, and a true pleasure to be around! Funny, articulate, passionate, and yeah okay, smart too. Who’d have thought it??? Not me!!
Anyway, love your posts, love your recipes, and can’t wait to try this one now that warm weather is here and corn will be on my table a lot soon! Thanks, Christie!!
XO Donna
- Christy Denney — Sun, 21 Jul 2019 @ 23:46:35 EDT Reply
  Donna,
  Haha thank you. I felt a little bad saying that out loud about my son. He really is the sweetest kid. Glad I’m not the only one.
Glenna Muse — Thu, 13 Jun 2019 @ 09:40:53 EDT Reply
I love this salad! Had to tell you that I, literally laughed out loud at two of your comments in this post. The first was about the lady trying to beg extra homework for her child. Give me a break! And the second was your comment about getting “hate” mail for using canned soup. I know, right? I mean, come on. We all make the Campbell’s Soup casseroles on a busy night now and again. Anyone who doesn’t should just let their cook or housekeeper read blogs for recipes. Geesh!
I’ve been blogging (A Fridge Full of Food) for a long time (not recently due to an illness) and although the majority of comments are nice and beautifully supportive, it’s amazing what people feel the “need” tell you when they should just keep their mouth politely shut. Actually, that goes for some friends, too, at times. 🙂
- Christy Denney — Sun, 21 Jul 2019 @ 23:47:40 EDT Reply
  Oh man Glenna. I have to gear myself up for comments and flex my patience muscle. Your comment was a delight to read. Thank you!!!
Kelly — Sat, 25 May 2019 @ 08:11:37 EDT Reply
This post cracked me up at 6:45 am! So relatable😂 Can’t wait to try it!
Ina chandler — Fri, 15 Mar 2019 @ 13:49:52 EDT Reply
This salad is so good, I make all the time.
- Christy Denney — Thu, 04 Apr 2019 @ 22:42:25 EDT Reply
  Thank you Ina.
Peggy — Sat, 15 Dec 2018 @ 16:27:01 EST Reply
Can I mix everything the day before, EXCEPT the Fritos.
- Christy Denney — Fri, 21 Dec 2018 @ 23:51:18 EST Reply
  YEs!!!
Devon — Sat, 18 Aug 2018 @ 15:31:22 EDT Reply
Everyone loves when I bring this salad! I add black beans. We love using the scoop chips to eat it also. Mmmm. I’m in the store buying ingredients and used your site!
- Christy Denney — Mon, 03 Sep 2018 @ 23:44:05 EDT Reply
  I feel honored!
Marilyn Fleming — Sat, 11 Aug 2018 @ 12:36:18 EDT Reply
This is a crowd pleaser and so tasty!
Mark D. — Fri, 04 May 2018 @ 20:44:28 EDT Reply
Love this recipe. I used frozen corn, rather than canned. Thank you so much for posting it.
- Christy Denney — Tue, 15 May 2018 @ 22:20:52 EDT Reply
  You’re welcome!!
Donna — Mon, 23 Oct 2017 @ 19:30:30 EDT Reply
I make this a lot. I add a package of DRY ranch dressing. Yummmmmmm!!!!
- Christy Denney — Wed, 08 Nov 2017 @ 22:36:41 EST Reply
  Yum!
Nan — Mon, 18 Sep 2017 @ 08:53:54 EDT Reply
I ate this at a meeting a couple nights ago and out of abut 45 salads on the table….I thought this was the best thing I put in my mouth!!!!
- Christy Denney — Sun, 01 Oct 2017 @ 22:11:07 EDT Reply
  Haha. That’s awesome.
Judy — Mon, 12 Jun 2017 @ 10:59:17 EDT Reply
I has this at a cook out and loved salad (dip) at a cook out. I’ve made it and in a few days, ate all of it. Yummy. Dipped with Frito corn chips.
- Christy Denney — Thu, 15 Jun 2017 @ 23:50:37 EDT Reply
  So glad you liked it!
Adriana — Thu, 11 May 2017 @ 16:01:51 EDT Reply
What kind of mayo
- Christy Denney — Sun, 14 May 2017 @ 23:25:24 EDT Reply
  Any kind will do!
Lori — Mon, 21 Nov 2016 @ 20:52:44 EST Reply
Will it be ok to make the day before?
- Christy Denney — Mon, 21 Nov 2016 @ 21:01:20 EST Reply
  You can definitely make it the day before but don’t stir in the Fritos until right before serving.
Theresa — Sun, 23 Oct 2016 @ 12:56:31 EDT Reply
I made this corn salad yesterday and it got rave reviews! It was absolutely delicious! I will definitely make it again.
- Christy Denney — Wed, 02 Nov 2016 @ 16:02:32 EDT Reply
  Good to hear!
Sue — Thu, 22 Sep 2016 @ 20:49:47 EDT Reply
This sounds yummy and I plan to make it for some friends who are coming over this weekend. It seems like it might be good served warm. Has anyone tried heating it before adding the fritos?
- Christy Denney — Tue, 27 Sep 2016 @ 21:36:47 EDT Reply
  I’ve never tried it warm but why not?
Karly — Mon, 19 Sep 2016 @ 09:55:40 EDT Reply
I just can’t stay away! You always have me drooling, girl. Don’t listen to those haters! I cannot wait to make this!!
- Christy Denney — Tue, 27 Sep 2016 @ 21:51:51 EDT Reply
  Haha. Thanks!
Jen — Mon, 19 Sep 2016 @ 08:46:25 EDT Reply
Oh my goodness! I love this recipe! My local HEB has a Mexican street corn flavored tortilla chip that I put in instead of the fritos. It was soooo good! 🙂
- Christy Denney — Tue, 27 Sep 2016 @ 21:52:52 EDT Reply
  Ooh. Sounds delicious!
nancyabc — Fri, 16 Sep 2016 @ 17:54:54 EDT Reply
Making this!
I think I would like this with a brat.
I voted for you daily on the Saveur Blogging Awards and I bet many others did too.
- Christy Denney — Tue, 27 Sep 2016 @ 22:00:17 EDT Reply
  Awww Nancy. Thank you!
Donna — Fri, 16 Sep 2016 @ 13:01:29 EDT Reply
I am so totally in love with salads made with corn! I’ve taken to putting grilled corn in my regular green salads too- just love that little burst/crunch you get when you bite a corn kernel! So, yes, I’m going to make this and revel in the crunchy sweetness! And scooping it up with Fritos? Um, yes please!! Thank you for sharing this one!
As far as those competitive parents go? Holy cow, don’t they amaze you?!! Just have to make sure everyone knows THEIR child is the only gift mankind will need in the future!! I was like you back in that day, try and smother a laugh and make sure they don’t see the big eye-roll going on!! Oh, and both my kids were designated “gifted” (ya know, ’cause I have to brag too… gag!) but my son was one of the daydream-iest kids ever! My daughter, overachiever. Go figure!!
- Christy Denney — Tue, 27 Sep 2016 @ 22:01:43 EDT Reply
  Haha. Ooh I love grilled corn. That would be over the top amazing. And you made me laugh about your gifted kids. Glad I’m not the only one holding in eye rolls.
Katrina — Fri, 16 Sep 2016 @ 12:24:02 EDT Reply
I can’t believe people send you hate mail when you use an ingredient they don’t like or don’t want to use. If there is something in a recipe that I don’t like, I just don’t make it. It shouldn’t be a hard concept.
Anyway, thanks for all the yummy recipes!
- Christy Denney — Tue, 27 Sep 2016 @ 22:02:16 EDT Reply
  I know right? It should be an easy concept. Why can’t everyone be like you?!!
John — Fri, 16 Sep 2016 @ 10:53:08 EDT Reply
sounds terrific, I like the idea of a little crunch with the corn – I think any kind of tortilla/ corn/ whatever-chip would work. If someone has a nice crisp chip they think is healthier than the Frito, then use it and stop complaining. I like someone’s suggestion of a little BBQ with it. Thanks for a great website.
- Christy Denney — Tue, 27 Sep 2016 @ 22:04:38 EDT Reply
  Ooh! That would be good. Thanks for your feedback John!
Shawnna — Fri, 16 Sep 2016 @ 06:35:12 EDT Reply
Hey girl this looks so good! Don’t worry what people think, just post recipes that you like! I think I would like this to! Yummy!
- Christy Denney — Tue, 27 Sep 2016 @ 22:05:10 EDT Reply
  Thanks. I find myself holding back a lot. Bring on the twinkie monkey bread! Haha.
Coco — Thu, 15 Sep 2016 @ 22:54:26 EDT Reply
Since the first time I tried this “salad” many years ago, it has been on my mind almost constantly. Especially at this time of year when the corn is still so good. It’s yummy if you mix a little BBQ sauce with the mayo. I use the chili cheese variety of Fritos or nacho cheese flavored Doritos. Drooling just thinking about it. Yum!
(Sorry that h8ters don’t just ignore recipes that you post that aren’t right for them!)
- Christy Denney — Tue, 27 Sep 2016 @ 22:05:33 EDT Reply
  Ooh I love the idea of nacho Cheese Doritos!
Steph — Thu, 15 Sep 2016 @ 16:36:57 EDT Reply
That is terrible that people send you hate mail when they don’t like a recipe! It’s also kind of hilarious. I just can’t get my head around that thought process… “I don’t think I’ll personally like this recipe that someone has created and posted online for free so I can make it at my leisure, so I should probably email the author something rude to let her know how I feel…”
Weird people aside, I think this salad looks amazing. I love “salads” like this. They go along with the strawberry/pretzel variety, and the snickers/apple kind too. Mmm, salad.