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Authentic Nopales Salad

Embark on a verdant journey through the cactus fields of Mexico with this vibrant salad, where nopales add a unique, earthy texture meeting the alchemical balance with fresh vegetables and tangy dressing.

MexicanPrep: 30 minCook: 30 minTotal: 1h
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  1. 1

    the diced nopales in salted water for 3-5 minutes until tender; drain and rinse with cold water.

  2. 2

    In a bowl, combine the cooked nopales, tomato, onion, and cilantro.

  3. 3

    Dress with lime juice, salt, and olive oil; mix thoroughly.

  4. 4

    Chill for at least 10 minutes before serving to meld flavors.

📋Details

CuisineMexican
Meal Typemain

⚗Elemental Properties

🔥Fire
24%
💧Water
35%
🌍Earth
23%
💨Air
18%

⚗️Alchemical Scores

MonicaConstant
—/100
Heat2%
Entropy6%
Reactivity92%
0.102
Heat
0.278
Entropy
4.237
Reactivity

📊Nutrition Per Serving

92.49cal
Per serving
% Daily Value
5%
of 2000 cal
protein1.3g6%
carbs6.05g26%
fat7.41g72%
% Daily Value
Protein
1.3g3%
Carbs
6.05g2%
Fat
7.41g10%
Fiber
1.9g7%
Sugar
0.96g2%
Sodium
1.06mg0%