Cactus “Nopalito” Salad

• 2 cups La Preferida Tender Cactus (Nopalitos)
• 1 small red onion, chopped
• 2 small tomatoes, diced
• ¼ cup cilantro
• 1 ½ cup broccoli, blanched
• 1 ½ cup La Preferida Chick Peas, drained and rinsed 
• ½ cup feta cheese or vegan cheese
• 1 tsp. salt
• 1 tsp. black pepper

Ingredients: Naranja Agria Vinaigrette

• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 cup La Preferida Olive Oil
• ¼ cup La Preferida Naranja Agria Marinade
• 1 Tbsp. mustard

Drain and rinse the cactus under cool water.

In a large bowl, combine and toss cactus, onion, tomatoes, cilantro, broccoli, chick peas, and feta cheese, seasoning with salt and pepper — to taste. Allow to sit for flavors to combine. 

In a blender, prepare vinaigrette by combining naranja agria marinade, olive oil, garlic, and mustard. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Pour over salad and let sit for a few minutes to enhance flavor. 

Chef La Pref Tip

Blanching 101: Boil 4 cups of water with 2 Tbsp. of salt. Add broccoli (or other vegetable) and boil for 1 minute. Using a colander, drain water and soak broccoli in cold water for 1 minute.