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Red Snapper And Nopalitos In Cilantro Sauce Recipe

A vibrant and flavorful Mexican-inspired dish! Succulent red snapper fillets are baked to perfection and topped with a zesty cilantro sauce featuring tender nopalitos (cactus pads). This recipe is a fiesta for your taste buds – easy to make, yet bursting with authentic flavors. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 356.2 kcal
Protein 92g
Rating 2.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Red Snapper And Nopalitos In Cilantro Sauce

  • 1 cup prepared nopalitos (cactus pads), chopped
  • Red Snapper Fillets
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice (or lemon juice)
  • Salt And Pepper

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How to Make Red Snapper And Nopalitos In Cilantro Sauce

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Rinse and drain 1 cup of prepared nopalitos (cactus pads). Chop roughly.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine the chopped nopalitos with 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons lime juice (or lemon juice), 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Mix well.
  4. Place 1.5 lbs red snapper fillets in a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  5. Spoon the nopalitos mixture evenly over the snapper fillets.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the snapper is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C).
  7. Garnish with extra cilantro and lime wedges before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

5g

Fat

12g

Carbs

1g

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