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Nopalito Pico de Gallo
Nopalito Pico de Gallo

Nopalito Pico de Gallo

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November 18, 2015

  • Prep: 30 mins
  • Cook: 20 mins
  • 30 mins

    20 mins

    50 mins

  • Yields: 15

Ingredients

1 pound prickly pear pads (nopalitos), thorn-free and chopped

4 large Roma tomatoes, diced

2 small Poblano pepper or 1 large jalapeño, chopped

1 cup cilantro, chopped

½ medium red onion, chopped

3 garlic cloves, minced

Juice of 3 limes

Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

Wash hands with soap and warm water. Wash produce thoroughly.

Chop produce as directed.

Rinse and drain nopalitos 2 or 3 times.

Fill one third of a medium pot with water.

Add nopalitos and bring to a boil over medium heat.

Pour 1 cup of cold water or ice into the pot, to interrupt cooking process. Repeat this last step 3 to 4 times every 5 minutes or so. This will help improve their texture.

Add 1 or 2 pinches of salt and cook for 10 to 15 minutes longer or until nopalitos are tender.

Drain cooking liquid and set aside to cool.

In a medium bowl, mix together cooled nopalitos, tomatoes, peppers, cilantro, onions and garlic.

Add lime juice, salt and pepper and toss to coat.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size1/4 cup
Calories15
Sodium10mg
Iron0mg
Protein1g
Cholesterol0mg
Total Fat0g
Saturated Fat0g
Folate6mcg
Calcium55mg
Percent calories from fat0%
Total Carbohydrates3g
Dietary Fiber6mcg