Ingredients

6 roma tomatoes , seeded and diced
1 large onion , diced
1/4 cup cilantro , chopped
2 jalapenos , minced
1 jar nopalitos , rinsed well and chopped
2 limes , juice of
salt
Papi's Ensalada De Nopales is a fresh and flavorful salad made with diced tomato, onion, jalapenos, and chopped nopalitos. Nopalitos, or cactus paddles, are a popular ingredient in traditional Mexican cuisine and are known for their hydrating properties and health benefits. In this salad, the nopalitos are rinsed and chopped before being mixed with the other ingredients in a refreshing and zesty dressing of lime juice and cilantro. This salad is perfect as a side dish or light lunch on a hot summer day.

Instructions

1.Seed and dice the roma tomatoes then combine them with the diced onion in a large mixing bowl.
2.Rinse the jar of nopalitos well and chop them before adding them to the bowl.
3.Mince the jalapenos and add them to the bowl.
4.Add the chopped cilantro, lime juice, and salt to the bowl, and mix until all ingredients are well combined.

PROS

Papi’s Ensalada De Nopales is both delicious and nutritious, and is a great alternative to traditional salads.

Cactus is a good source of hydration and contains a variety of vitamins and nutrients, including Vitamin C, calcium, and magnesium.

CONS

The taste and texture of cactus may be unfamiliar to some people, and not everyone likes the slightly slimy texture of nopalitos.

Additionally, some may not be able to find nopalitos in their local grocery store.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This salad is a good source of hydration and vitamins. Cactus is known to support digestion and help regulate blood sugar levels.

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