Best 3 Fiesta Corn Chip Salad Recipes

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Are you searching for a refreshing and flavorful side dish to brighten up your next gathering? Look no further than this Fiesta Corn Chip Salad! This vibrant and zesty salad combines the delightful crunch of corn chips, the sweetness of juicy corn kernels, the freshness of chopped vegetables, and a tangy dressing that brings it all together. With its bold flavors and colorful presentation, this salad is sure to be a hit at any potluck, barbecue, or fiesta. So, gather your ingredients, grab your friends and family, and let's embark on a culinary journey to create this delightful Fiesta Corn Chip Salad!

**Recipes Featured in the Article:**

1. **Fiesta Corn Chip Salad:** Dive into the heart of the article with the main recipe for the Fiesta Corn Chip Salad. This step-by-step guide takes you through the process of creating this colorful and flavorful dish. Discover how to perfectly combine the crunchy corn chips, sweet corn kernels, crisp vegetables, and a zesty dressing for a salad that's sure to tantalize your taste buds.

2. **Homemade Ranch Dressing:** Elevate your salad experience with a homemade ranch dressing that adds extra richness and flavor. This recipe provides detailed instructions on how to craft a creamy, tangy dressing using simple ingredients like buttermilk, mayonnaise, sour cream, and a blend of herbs and spices.

3. **Pico de Gallo:** Learn how to make a refreshing and vibrant pico de gallo, a classic Mexican salsa that adds a burst of freshness to your Fiesta Corn Chip Salad. This recipe guides you through the process of chopping tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and jalapenos, and combining them with lime juice and seasonings for a salsa that's both zesty and flavorful.

4. **Guacamole:** No fiesta is complete without guacamole! This recipe teaches you how to make a creamy and delicious guacamole using ripe avocados, onions, cilantro, lime juice, and a touch of spice. Whether you serve it as a dip for your corn chips or spread it on your salad, this guacamole is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

FIESTA CORN SALAD



Fiesta Corn Salad image

We first had this salad at our daughter's home in California. It's wonderful with a meat-and-potatoes dinner, or served for lunch with chunks of French bread.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole-kernel corn, drained
1 cup chopped fresh tomato
1 cup chopped peeled cucumber
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup diced green or sweet red pepper
2 green onions, sliced
1/2 cup bottled Italian salad dressing

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients. Chill several hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 546mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

FIESTA CORN & AVOCADO SALAD



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 ears corn, preferably yellow, shucked
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 pint heirloom cherry tomatoes, halved through the stem
1 Holland orange bell pepper, cored, seeded, and 1/2-inch-diced
1/2 cup medium-diced red onion
2 jalapeno peppers, seeds and ribs removed, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons grated lime zest
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (3 limes)
2 tablespoons good olive oil
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/4 teaspoon chipotle chile powder
2 ripe Hass avocados, large-diced
Juice of 1 lemon

Steps:

  • Cook the corn in a large pot of boiling salted water for 5 to 7 minutes, until just tender. Cool for 5 minutes and cut the kernels off the cob, cutting close to the cob with a sharp knife. Place the kernels in a large bowl with the tomatoes, bell pepper, onion, and jalapeno peppers.
  • In a small bowl or glass measuring cup, whisk together the lime zest, lime juice, olive oil, garlic, chile powder, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss.
  • In a separate bowl, gently toss the avocados and lemon juice together, making sure the avocado is coated in lemon juice. Add to the vegetables, sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and carefully fold together without breaking up the avocados. Sprinkle with salt and serve cold or at room temperature.

PAULA DEEN'S CORN SALAD



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This was a delightful salad. Tasty and crunchy. Sure to please your guests for a barbeque or anytime!

Provided by Anna T

Categories     Corn

Time 10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

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, chopped
1 (10 1/2 ounce) bag coarsely crushed Fritos chili cheese corn chips (I could not find these so I mixed 1/2 regular and 1/2 barbeque corn chips)

Steps:

  • Mix first 5 ingredients and chill. Stir in corn chips just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 325.8, Fat 20.3, SaturatedFat 7.6, Cholesterol 37.3, Sodium 742.8, Carbohydrate 29.8, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 5.5, Protein 10.5

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your salad.
  • Don't overcook the corn. You want it to be slightly crunchy, not mushy.
  • Be generous with the dressing. This salad is all about the dressing, so don't be afraid to use a lot of it.
  • Let the salad chill for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld together.
  • Serve the salad with tortilla chips or scoop chips. This is the traditional way to serve fiesta corn chip salad, and it's the best way to enjoy it.

Conclusion:

Fiesta corn chip salad is a delicious and easy-to-make salad that is perfect for any party or potluck. It's also a great way to use up leftover corn on the cob. With its colorful ingredients and flavorful dressing, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy side dish, give fiesta corn chip salad a try.

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