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Serves
2-4
RECIPE
Ensalada de Nopalitos (Cactus Salad)
Ofelia Berber "Mama Ofi"Cactus leaves are widely used in Mexican cooking in soups, with eggs and even in salad. Ensalada de Nopalitos (Cactus Salad) is a traditional side dish with a crisp texture and earthy flavors.
Ingredients
- 1 jar nopalitos (16-20 oz) or fresh nopales
- 3 tbsp. white onion finely chopped
- ½ tsp salt or to taste
- Oil and vinegar dressing
- 1 tbsp. cilantro chopped
- 3 medium tomatoes, blanched, peeled, seeded and chopped
Instructions
Mix all ingredients together, garnish with cilantro.