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ENSALADA DE NOPALES CON QUESO - MARINA COCINA

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Ensalada de Nopales

Cultural Context

Ensalada de Nopales is a traditional Mexican dish that showcases the unique flavor and texture of nopales, which are the pads of the prickly pear cactus. This salad is often enjoyed as a refreshing side dish, especially in warmer climates. It reflects the use of indigenous ingredients in Mexican cuisine and is celebrated for its vibrant colors and health benefits. Nopales are rich in vitamins and minerals, making this salad a nutritious choice.

MexicanMXside
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 kilo de nopales
1/2 cebolla
1 manojo de cilantro
Queso fresco o panela al gusto
1 cucharada de polvo sazonador
1 diente de ajo
1 cucharada de bicarbonato
1 cucharadita de sal de grano

nopales

🥗Healthier: cactus pads

Nopales are already a healthy option, but cactus pads can be used interchangeably.

tomatoes

🥗Healthier: cherry tomatoes

Cherry tomatoes are often sweeter and can enhance flavor.

cilantro

💰Cheaper: parsley

Parsley can be a more budget-friendly herb substitute.

1

Prepare the nopales by cleaning and cutting them into strips.

2

Boil the nopales in water with 1 tablespoon of bicarbonate and 1 teaspoon of salt until tender.

3

Drain the nopales and let them cool.

4

In a bowl, combine the boiled nopales, chopped onion, chopped cilantro, crumbled queso fresco or panela, and seasoning powder.

5

Mix everything well and serve.

Cooking Techniques

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Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Also Known As

Nopal Salad
Local Name: Ensalada de Nopales

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