CACTUS PADDLE SALAD (NOPALES SALAD)
If you can't get fresh nopales, you can substitute a 12 - 15 ounce jar of the cactus pieces, drained. If you can't find Mexican queso fresco, you can substitue feta cheese--but the feta may be saltier than the queso so adjust your seasoning.
Provided by Chef Kate
Categories Vegetable
Time 50m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat 6 inches of water and 1/2 teaspoon of the salt to a boil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
- Add the cactus and boil, uncovered, until tender, about 20 minutes.
- Drain the cactus and transfer it to a large bowl.
- Add tomato, onion and cilantro; set aside.
- Whisk together the oil, vinegar, oregano and salt; pour over the vegetables and toss.
- Line a platter with lettuce leaves; top with salad; sprinkle with cheese; garnish with jalapenos and radish slices.
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Luleka Zeppe
[email protected]This salad is so simple to make, but it's so delicious. I love the crunch of the cactus paddles and the tangy dressing.
Anas Léghari
[email protected]I made this salad for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor of the cactus paddles.
Jamie Joyce
[email protected]This nopales salad is a great way to use up leftover cactus paddles. It's also a healthy and refreshing side dish.
Shahbaz Mughal
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of cactus, but this salad was surprisingly good. The cactus paddles were cooked perfectly and the dressing was flavorful.
Md Fakrouddin
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover cactus paddles. It's also a healthy and refreshing side dish.
Leago Chidi
[email protected]I've made this salad several times and it's always a favorite. It's a great way to get my kids to eat their vegetables.
Glen Glenfidish
[email protected]This salad is so simple to make, but it's so delicious. I love the crunch of the cactus paddles and the tangy dressing.
Yasirhayat Aura
[email protected]I made this salad for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor of the cactus paddles.
Mitcheline Mukucha
[email protected]This nopales salad is a great way to use up leftover cactus paddles. It's also a healthy and refreshing side dish.
RAFY RAFY
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of cactus, but this salad was really good. The cactus paddles were cooked perfectly and the dressing was flavorful.
Sanu Pun
[email protected]This salad is so easy to make and it's so refreshing. I love the combination of the cactus paddles, tomatoes, and onions. I also added some avocado and it was delicious!
Evangeline Ikwuagwu
[email protected]I was pleasantly surprised by this cactus paddle salad. I wasn't sure what to expect, but it was really delicious. The cactus paddles were cooked perfectly and the flavors all came together nicely.
Azeem Akram
[email protected]This nopales salad was amazing! I've never had cactus before, but it was so refreshing and flavorful. The dressing was also perfect - not too heavy, but still flavorful.
Thabisile Luthuli
[email protected]What a delicious and unique salad! The cactus paddles added a wonderful crunch and a slightly tangy flavor. I also loved the combination of the tomatoes, onions, and cilantro. Definitely a new favorite recipe.