Cactus Paddle Salad (Ensalada de Nopales Asados) - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Lunch

This Cactus Paddle Salad (Ensalada de Nopales Asados) is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Ingredients

2 pounds whole nopales (cactus paddles)
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons lime juice
6 Roma tomatoes, finely diced
2 jalapeno chiles, thinly sliced lengthwise
1/2 bunch cilantro, finely chopped
1/2 white onion, finely diced

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Remove any spines on the nopales by running a sharp paring knife against the grain of the spines. Place the cleaned nopal paddles on a baking sheet and roast until all the viscosity is absorbed back into the paddles, 20 minutes, flipping over once halfway through (if the nopales are thick, they may need more baking time). Cool completely, 30 minutes, before slicing into thin strips. Combine the cooked nopales with the olive oil, lime juice, tomatoes, chiles, cilantro and onions in a non-reactive bowl and toss well. Season with salt and serve slightly chilled.
NotesThis recipe was provided by a chef, restaurant or culinary professional and may have been scaled down from a bulk recipe. The Food Network Kitchens have not tested it for home use and therefore cannot make any representation as to the results.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cactus Paddle Salad (Ensalada de Nopales Asados) good for PCOS?

Yes, this Cactus Paddle Salad (Ensalada de Nopales Asados) recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Lunch with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

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