Nopalitos Salad

Source: The Spruce Eats

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Servings: 4

Total time: 20 minutes

INGREDIENTS

• 1 tomato, diced
• 1 small white onion, diced
• 2 cups cooked nopalitos
• ¼ cup chopped cilantro
• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 2 Tbsp lime juice
• 1 Tbsp oregano
• ½ tsp salt
• Queso fresco for garnish
• Avocado for garnish

DIRECTIONS

• If using jarred nopalitos, strain and rinse them, and, if needed, chop into about the same size as the tomatoes and onions.
• In a large serving bowl, toss together the nopalitos, tomato, onion, and cilantro.
• In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, oregano, and salt. 
• Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss to coat.
• Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
• Garnish with cheese and avocado slices and serve cold!