Cactus Salsa Recipe

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Ingredients

  • 1 jar Nopalitos (cactus) - (12 ounce)
  • 1 sm Jicama
  • 2 x Tomatoes
  • 1 x Jalapeo
  • 2 x Green onions
  • 1/3 bn Cilantro
  • 1/2 tsp Salt

Instructions

  1. Rinse the nopalitos well, and cut into small pcs, about the size of a corn kernel.
  2. Place the cactus in a bowl.
  3. Peel the jicama and dice.
  4. Add in the jicama to the cactus.
  5. Cut the tomatoes in half and remove the seeds.
  6. Chop the tomatoes and add in to the cactus and jicama mix.
  7. Cut the meat off the jalapeo, throw away the skin, mince, and add in to cactus mix.
  8. Mince the green onions and cilantro, and add in to mix.
  9. Add in salt and blend well.
  10. Refrigerateand serve.
  11. Yields 1 jar.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

92 kcal 5% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 6.3g 13% DV
Total Fat 1.3g 2% DV
Carbs 18.1g 7% DV
Fiber 3.5g 12% DV
Sugar 3.2g 6% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9821.3mg 100% DV
Potassium 1269.5mg 27% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 105.3mcg 12% DV
Vitamin C 156.8mg 100% DV
Calcium 341mg 26% DV
Iron 11.3mg 63% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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