Ensalada De Nopalitos (Cactus Salad) With Vegan Option Recipe

Name: Ensalada De Nopalitos (Cactus Salad) With Vegan Option
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 32 ounces nopalitos (get the kind that are sliced); 6 tablespoons white onions, chopped; 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped; 1 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano; 4 tablespoons fresh lime juice; TOPPING; 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

Servings: persons

32 ounces nopalitos (get the kind that are sliced)
6 tablespoons white onions, chopped
1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano
4 tablespoons fresh lime juice
TOPPING
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

1
Drain the nopalitos and place in a bowl. Cut them into smaller strips, if you prefer.
2
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.
3
While waiting, prepare the toppings.
4
When the nopales mixture has sat for 30 minutes, spread the mixture in a 1.5 or 2 inch deep platter.
5
Top with chopped tomatoes, cilantro, shredded cheese, onion, jalapenos, and avocado.
6
Place the lettuce along the edges of the platter.
7
Serve at room temperature.

153

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 32 ounces nopalitos (get the kind that are sliced), 6 tablespoons white onions, chopped, 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped, 1 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano, and more.

Yes, Ensalada De Nopalitos (Cactus Salad) With Vegan Option falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Ensalada De Nopalitos (Cactus Salad) With Vegan Option

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