Ensalada De Nopal Guatemalteca (guatemalan Cactus Salad)
Ensalada de Nopal Guatemalteca, or Guatemalan Cactus Salad, is a refreshing and nutritious dish that is popular in Guatemalan cuisine. This salad is made with tender cactus paddles, also known as nopales, and is flavored with a zesty lime dressing.
Ingredients
- 4 nopales (cactus paddles), cleaned and diced
- 1 tomato, diced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Bring a pot of water to a boil and add the diced nopales. Cook for 5 minutes, then drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked nopales, diced tomato, sliced red onion, and chopped cilantro.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 5 minutes
- Total time:
- 25 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 120 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 15g
- Protein
- 5g
- Fat
- 6g
Supplies
Large pot Colander Knife Cutting board Bowls
Tools
Whisk
Serving suggestions
Serve the Ensalada de Nopal Guatemalteca as a side dish with grilled meats or as a topping for tacos.
Tips & tricks
For a milder flavor, you can blanch the diced nopales in boiling water for an additional 3-5 minutes before draining and rinsing.
Cost
$8