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Ensalada De Nopalitos (Cactus Salad) With Vegan Option Recipe

Ensalada De Nopalitos (Cactus Salad) With Vegan Option Recipe

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Ensalada De Nopalitos (Cactus Salad) With Vegan Option

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Ingredients:

Serving

32 oz nopalitos (get the kind that are sliced)
6 tbsp white onions, chopped
1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 tsp dried mexican oregano
4 tbsp fresh lime juice
4 tomatoes, cut into wedges
2/3 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
2/3 cup queso fresco (vegan cheese can be used for a vegan option) or 2/3 cup anejo cheese, crumbled or shredded (vegan cheese can be used for a vegan option)
2/3 cup purple onion, sliced into thin rings
6 canned chilies , jalapenos en escabeche cut into chunks
2 avocados, sliced
1 large head romaine lettuce , torn into bite-sized pieces

Directions:

Drain the nopalitos and place in a bowl. Cut them into smaller strips, if you prefer.
Add the white onion, cilantro, Mexican oregano, and lime juice to the nopalitos. Stir well. Set aside for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to mingle.
While waiting, prepare the toppings.
When the nopales mixture has sat for 30 minutes, spread the mixture in a 1.5 or 2 inch deep platter.
Top with chopped tomatoes, cilantro, shredded cheese, onion, jalapeños, and avocado.
Place the lettuce along the edges of the platter.
Serve at room temperature.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	115.28 Kcal (483 kJ)
Calories from fat	72.2 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	8.02g	12%
Cholesterol	5.64mg	2%
Sodium	565.55mg	24%
Potassium	431.92mg	9%
Total Carbs	9.29g	3%
Sugars	2.27g	9%
Dietary Fiber	5.16g	21%
Protein	3.22g	6%
Vitamin C	11.8mg	20%
Iron	1.7mg	9%
Calcium	103.4mg	10%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	48.7 Kcal (204 kJ)
Calories from fat	30.5 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	3.39g	12%
Cholesterol	2.38mg	2%
Sodium	238.9mg	24%
Potassium	182.45mg	9%
Total Carbs	3.92g	3%
Sugars	0.96g	9%
Dietary Fiber	2.18g	21%
Protein	1.36g	6%
Vitamin C	5mg	20%
Iron	0.7mg	9%
Calcium	43.7mg	10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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