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Nopales Sesame Salad
 
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
Ready In: 15 Minutes
Servings: 6
For a uniquely delicious salad, this recipe uses cactus as its main ingredient. It is so easy to toss together and will be on the table in no time at all.
Ingredients:
1 pound cactus pads or fresh or frozen green beans, diced
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 to 2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Directions:
1. Place cactus in a saucepan and cover with water; cook until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Drain and rinse in cold water; place in a serving bowl. Combine the remaining ingredients. Pour over cactus and toss to coat. Serve at room temperature. Yield: 6 servings.
By RecipeOfHealth.com