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Frito Cowboy Cabbage

Frito Cowboy Cabbage: A Flavorful Tex-Mex Feast at Home

Frito Cowboy Cabbage is a crowd-pleasing Tex-Mex dish combining crunchy corn chips, seasoned beef, and fresh veggies.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Mixture
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Substitute with plant-based crumbles for a vegetarian option.
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning Any taco seasoning mix works.
For the Salad Base
  • 4 cups Green Cabbage Can swap for bagged coleslaw mix.
  • 2 cups Diced Tomatoes Fresh or canned varieties are acceptable.
  • 1 can Black Beans Rinse before use.
  • 1 cup Sweet Corn Canned or frozen corn can be used.
For the Toppings
  • 3 cups Fritos Corn Chips Consider chili cheese Fritos for a flavor twist.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Substitute with non-dairy cheese for a vegan option.
  • 0.5 cup Ranch Dressing or Southwest Dressing Chipotle mayo is also a tasty alternative.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Cutting board
  • mixing bowl
  • Colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Brown the Ground Beef: Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook for 5–7 minutes, breaking it apart with a spatula. Drain excess fat.
  2. Season the Beef: Return the skillet with browned beef to medium heat. Sprinkle taco seasoning over the meat, adding water. Stir and simmer for 2–3 minutes.
  3. Prepare the Vegetables: Chop green cabbage into thin strips. Dice tomatoes and rinse black beans. If using frozen corn, microwave to thaw.
  4. Assemble the Salad: In a mixing bowl, layer cabbage, seasoned beef, black beans, sweet corn, and diced tomatoes. Toss until well combined.
  5. Add Fritos and Cheese: Sprinkle Fritos over the salad mixture, then top with shredded cheddar cheese.
  6. Drizzle with Dressing: Choose your dressing, drizzle it over the salad, and toss if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 8gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Keep Fritos separate until serving to retain crunch. Adjust taco seasoning to suit your taste. For vegetarian options, substitute ground beef with plant-based crumbles or beans. Store leftovers properly to maintain freshness.

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