Lightly toast the Fritos in a dry skillet for 1-2 minutes just before serving to restore crispness and enhance their corn flavor, preventing sogginess from dressing absorption.

Prepare all vegetables ahead of time and refrigerate them separately until assembly; this keeps the salad crisp and allows flavors to develop while maintaining optimal texture.

Slice or cube avocado just 15 minutes before serving and toss gently with a squeeze of fresh lime juice to prevent browning and maintain creamy texture without crushing.

Add dressing in stages—toss lightly with sturdy vegetables first, then dress the lettuce last—to prevent wilting while ensuring even flavor distribution throughout the salad.

Build the salad in a large bowl with lettuce as the base, then layer heartier ingredients like beans and peppers in the middle, with delicate components and Fritos on top for maximum crunch in every bite.