Ingredients

• 2 lb Nopales (cactus pads)
• 1 lg Tomato; diced
• 1 sm Onion; chopped
• 1 Garlic clove; minced
• ½ c Fresh cilantro; chopped
• 1 ½ ts Salt
• ½ ts Pepper

Directions

Carefully remove thorns and eyes from nopales with a sharp knife; trim outer edges and cut nopales into ½” pieces. Place in a saucepan with water to cover; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 30 to 40 minutes, or until tender. Drain and let cool.
Combine nopales, tomato and remaining ingredients, tossing gently to combine.