Crunchy Cowboy Slaw
Classic coleslaw is great, but sometimes you want something with extra kick—more crunch, more flavor, and a little wow factor. That’s exactly what Crunchy Cowboy Slaw delivers. Loaded with beans, corn, peppers, and tossed in a smoky, slightly spicy dressing, it’s the kind of dish people can’t stop talking about. Perfect for potlucks, BBQs, or family meals—it always disappears fast.
🥗 Crunchy Cowboy Slaw
🧾 Ingredients
- 1 (16 oz) bag coleslaw mix
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, rinsed & 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 & black pepper, to taste
👩🍳 Preparation
Make the dressing:
In a large bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, taco seasoning, chipotle powder, and lime juice. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding salt and pepper.
Assemble the slaw:
Add the coleslaw mix, black beans, corn, chiles, bell pepper, green onion, and cilantro. Toss well until evenly coated.
Chill & serve:
Refrigerate until ready to serve. Right before serving, mix in the Fritos for extra crunch.
✨ Bold, crunchy, and full of flavor—this slaw easily steals the show from any ordinary side dish.
