Description
Refreshing French vinaigrette whisks together classic Dijon mustard, olive oil, and white wine vinegar for a zesty salad dressing. Crisp, tangy flavors elevate simple greens, making you crave another forkful of this quintessential French culinary gem.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cans (15 ounces / 425 grams each) whole kernel corn, drained
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 bag (9.25 ounces / 262 grams) chili cheese or original Fritos, crushed slightly
Vegetables:
- ½ cup diced red bell pepper
- ½ cup chopped green onions
Seasonings and Binding:
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon chili powder (optional, for a little kick)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Thoroughly combine corn kernels, shredded cheddar, diced bell pepper, and sliced green onions in a spacious mixing vessel.
- Integrate mayonnaise into the vegetable mixture, ensuring even coating and smooth distribution.
- Sprinkle chili powder for added zest, then delicately season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to elevate the flavor profile.
- Transfer the salad to the refrigerator and allow it to marinate for a minimum of 30 minutes, enabling the ingredients to meld and intensify their collective taste.
- Immediately prior to presentation, gently incorporate crushed Fritos, carefully folding them to maintain their signature crunch and prevent sogginess.
- Serve the corn salad promptly while the texture remains vibrant and the flavors are at their peak, presenting a delightful side dish perfect for gatherings or casual meals.
Notes
- Customize heat levels by adjusting chili powder for mild or spicy preferences.
- Swap mayonnaise with Greek yogurt for a lighter, protein-rich version that maintains creamy texture.
- Ensure ingredients are cold when mixing to help flavors meld and maintain optimal crispness of Fritos.
- Prepare salad up to 24 hours in advance, but add crushed Fritos just before serving to prevent sogginess.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drinks, Salads
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg