COMO HACER ENSALADA DE NOPALES | Carmen Cook Vlogs

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.

Clean and prepare the nopales by removing spines and cutting into strips.

Boil the nopales in salted water until tender, about 10 minutes.

Drain and rinse the nopales under cold water to stop the cooking process.

In a bowl, combine the cooked nopales, diced tomatoes, chopped onions, and cilantro.

Squeeze fresh lime juice over the mixture and season with salt and pepper to taste.

Toss gently to combine all ingredients and serve chilled or at room temperature.

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