*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                        Mel's Ensalada De Nopales

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Serving Size  : 6    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Salads                           Mexican

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   8      ounces        Nopales (Cactus leaves)
   2                    Small Sweet Onion
   1                    Ripe avocado
   1                    Large Ripe Tomato
   2      tablespoons   White Wine Vinegar
   3      tablespoons   Olive oil
   3      tablespoons   Grated Cheese -- *
                        Salt & Pepper
   1      teaspoon      Dried Oregano
     1/2  cup           Cilantro -- minced

* Queso anejo, a dry, aged cheese is normally used. If not available,
 substitute a freshly grated parmesan or romano.

 Clean off the cactus leaves and cut off any thorns. Cut into cubes approximately 1"x1".
 Place 2 cups water in a pot and bring to a boil, along with one of the onions.
 Add the cactus and boil 7 minutes. Strain and allow to cool.
 Squeeze out excess water and place in a salad bowl. Slice the other onion thinly
. Slice the tomato. Peel the avocado and cut into cubes.
Add them to the cactus. Add all remaining ingredients and toss.

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