Crunchy Cowboy Slaw
Classic coleslaw is always a solid choice, but sometimes you want something with more punch—extra crunch, bolder flavor, and a bit of flair. That’s where Crunchy Cowboy Slaw comes in. Packed with beans, corn, peppers, and coated in a smoky, slightly spicy dressing, it’s the kind of dish that quickly becomes a favorite. Ideal for potlucks, BBQs, or family dinners—it rarely lasts long on the table.
🥗 Crunchy Cowboy Slaw
🧾 Ingredients
- 1 (16 oz) bag coleslaw mix
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (15 oz) can corn, drained
- 1 (4 oz) can diced green chiles or jalapeños
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- ⅓ cup green onion, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, minced
- 1 (10 oz) bag Fritos
- 1 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1–2 tsp chipotle powder
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- Juice of 1 lime
- Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
👩🍳 Preparation
Make the dressing:
In a large bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, taco seasoning, chipotle powder, and lime juice until smooth. Taste and adjust with salt and pepper as needed.
Assemble the slaw:
Add the coleslaw mix, black beans, corn, chiles, bell pepper, green onion, and cilantro. Toss thoroughly so everything is well coated in the dressing.
Chill & serve:
Refrigerate until ready to serve. Just before serving, stir in the Fritos to keep them crisp.
