Ensalada De Nopales Y Camarones Cactus And Shrimp Salad Recette

Experience the vibrant flavors of Mexico with this refreshing Ensalada de Nopales y Camarones! Succulent grilled shrimp and tender cactus paddles (nopales) dance with juicy tomatoes, zesty cilantro, and a hint of spice. This vibrant salad, inspired by Aaron Sanchez's "La Comida del Barrio," is a perfect light meal or side dish. Easily customizable, you can substitute green beans or chayote for nopales if needed. Pair it with your favorite Mexican cerveza or a crisp Sauvignon Blanc for a truly authentic experience. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds!

Préparation 20 min
Cuisson 25 min
Calories 326.9 kcal
Protéines 25g
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Ingrédients pour Ensalada De Nopales Y Camarones Cactus And Shrimp Salad

  • 1 cup diced ripe tomatoes
  • Red Onion
  • 1 jalapeño pepper, finely minced (remove seeds for less heat)
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • Garlic Clove
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 pound cleaned nopales (cactus paddles), or substitute with 1 pound green beans or chayote
  • Salt & Freshly Ground Black Pepper
  • Medium Shrimp
  • Cider Vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon tequila
  • Lettuce Leaves

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Comment préparer Ensalada De Nopales Y Camarones Cactus And Shrimp Salad

  1. Dice 1 cup of ripe tomatoes.
  2. Finely chop 1/2 cup of red onion and 1/4 cup of cilantro.
  3. Finely mince 1 jalapeño pepper (remove seeds for less heat). Combine tomatoes, onion, cilantro, and jalapeño in a large bowl. Set aside.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 cloves minced garlic and 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil.
  5. Brush 1 pound of cleaned nopales (cactus paddles) with half of the garlic oil. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
  6. Grill nopales over medium-high heat for 4 minutes per side, or until tender. Remove from grill, let cool slightly, then slice into 1/2-inch thick strips.
  7. Add the grilled nopales to the tomato mixture.
  8. Brush 1 pound of shrimp with the remaining garlic oil. Season with salt and pepper.
  9. Grill shrimp for 3 minutes per side, until pink and firm. Add to the salad.
  10. Add 2 tablespoons of red wine vinegar, 1 tablespoon of tequila, and 2 tablespoons of remaining olive oil to the salad. Toss gently to combine.
  11. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  12. Serve immediately in crisp lettuce cups or warm corn tortillas.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

12g

Fat

19g

Carbs

2g

Questions fréquentes

Combien de temps faut-il pour préparer Ensalada De Nopales Y Camarones Cactus And Shrimp Salad ?

Ensalada De Nopales Y Camarones Cactus And Shrimp Salad prend environ 45 minutes du début à la fin — environ 20 minutes de préparation et 25 minutes de cuisson.

Combien de calories contient Ensalada De Nopales Y Camarones Cactus And Shrimp Salad ?

Ensalada De Nopales Y Camarones Cactus And Shrimp Salad contient environ 326.9 calories par portion, avec environ 25 g de protéines, 2 g de glucides et 43 g de lipides.

De quels ingrédients ai-je besoin pour Ensalada De Nopales Y Camarones Cactus And Shrimp Salad ?

Les principaux ingrédients de Ensalada De Nopales Y Camarones Cactus And Shrimp Salad sont Tomatoes, Red Onion, Jalapeno, Cilantro, Garlic Clove, Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Consultez la liste complète avec les quantités ci-dessus.

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