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Guacamole with Nopales (Mexican Cactus) Recipe
Guacamole with nopales (Mexican cactus) represents traditional variations served throughout Mexico, combined with cactus paddles for authentic regional ingredient experiences. This traditional recipe showcases genuine Mexican cooking through indigenous ingredients that add unique textures and nutritional benefits. The nopales provide authentic cultural connections.
Guacamole is served in many variations in Mexico – here it is combined with nopales, Mexican cactus paddles. [Recipe originally submitted to Allrecipes.com.mx]
Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
15 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
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Ingredients
½ cup diced nopales (Mexican cactus)
1 large ripe avocado, halved and pitted
½ lime, juiced
1 tablespoon olive oil
salt to taste
1 plum tomato, seeded and chopped
1 fresh jalapeno pepper – seeded, deveined, and minced, or to taste
4 sprigs fresh cilantro, chopped
Directions
Heat a small nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add nopales and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft, about 10 minutes. Let cool.
Mash avocado in a bowl with lime juice, olive oil, and salt. Stir in tomato, jalapeno, cilantro, and cooked nopales.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 153 | Calories |
| 14g | Fat |
| 8g | Carbs |
| 2g | Protein |
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| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
| Calories 153 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 14g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat 2g | 10% |
| Sodium 49mg | 2% |
| Total Carbohydrate 8g | 3% |
| Dietary Fiber 6g | 20% |
| Total Sugars 1g | |
| Protein 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin C 16mg | 17% |
| Calcium 39mg | 3% |
| Iron 1mg | 4% |
| Potassium 457mg | 10% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
