Cactus Pico de Gallo

Try this cactus pico de gallo, which has an extra flavor twist compared to traditional salsa. Additionally, this version of pico de gallo is perfect for eating as a salad or in tacos.
Ingredients
4
Servings
  • water, to cook the cactus paddles
  • 2 cups nopal, in medium cubes
  • coarse salt, to cook the cactus paddles
  • 1/4 cups apple cider vinegar, to cook the cactus paddles
  • 1/4 cups lime juice
  • 1/4 cups olive oil
  • 1/4 cups cilantro, finely chopped
  • salt
  • pepper
  • 1/2 cups onion, finely chopped
  • 1 cup tomato, in small cubes
  • 1/4 cups serrano chile, finely chopped
  • pork rinds, for serving
Preparation
5 mins
5 mins
Low
  • Cook the cactus paddles in a pot with boiling water, vinegar, and coarse salt for 5 minutes. Remove from the water and drain very well, then place in a bowl with ice for 5 minutes and drain again.
  • Mix the lime juice, olive oil, cilantro, salt, and pepper in a bowl until the salt is well dissolved.
  • Mix the onion, tomato, serrano chili, and cactus paddles in a bowl, then drizzle with the lime mixture and stir all the ingredients very well.
  • Serve the cactus pico de gallo in a bowl, garnish with Cotija cheese, cilantro leaves, and accompany with tortilla chips.

Nutritional Information

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