Southwestern Cactus Salad

Southwestern Cactus Salad

A delicious spicy salad, made from tender cactus, tomatoes, onions, jalapenos, cilantro, and lemons. This is hot and spicy, so beware!

Prep Time:
1 hr 5 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 5 mins
Yield:
8 servings
Servings:
8

Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) jar nopales – drained, rinsed, and dried
  • 2 cups chopped tomatoes
  • ½ cup diced onion
  • 5 jalapeno peppers, seeded and minced
  • ½ cup fresh cilantro leaves
  • 2 lemons
  • ½ teaspoon garlic salt (Optional)

Directions

Step 1
In a medium size mixing bowl, combine cactus, tomatoes, onions, jalapenos and cilantro. Squeeze the juice from both lemons over the mixture. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Sprinkle with garlic salt (if you'd like) and serve.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

30
Calories
0g
Fat
8g
Carbs
2g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 30
% Daily Value *
Total Fat0g 0%
Sodium131mg 6%
Total Carbohydrate8g 3%
Dietary Fiber4g 13%
Total Sugars2g
Protein2g
Vitamin C40mg 198%
Calcium119mg 9%
Iron1mg 4%
Potassium376mg 8%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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