Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsChico MaloTetela Recipe

Tetela Recipe

Inspired by Chico Malo
Time20m
Serves4

black bean + cactus + papalo salsa green mexican salad

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Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

Method

Preparation Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Nopales

    In a saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add diced nopales and cook for about 10 minutes until tender. Drain and set aside to cool.

  2. 2

    Combine Ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked black beans, cooked nopales, chopped papalo leaves, halved cherry tomatoes, finely chopped red onion, and chopped cilantro.

  3. 3

    Dress the Salad

    In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture.

  4. 4

    Toss and Serve

    Gently toss the salad until all ingredients are well combined and coated with the dressing. Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes for the flavors to meld.

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