Keto Grilled Cactus with Lime and Cilantro
Transform your grilling game with this vibrant keto-friendly side dish: Keto Grilled Cactus with Lime and Cilantro! Perfectly charred nopales, or cactus paddles, offer a unique, tender texture and a mild, tangy flavor that pairs beautifully with the smoky notes from the grill. Seasoned with a simple yet bold blend of olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper, and topped with a refreshing drizzle of lime juice and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, this quick and healthy recipe is ready in just 20 minutes. Whether you're looking to add flair to your BBQ or need a low-carb complement to your favorite protein, this exotic dish is sure to impress. Let’s grill up something unexpected tonight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Cactus paddles (nopales)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 whole Lime
- 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro
- 0.25 teaspoon Garlic powder
Instructions
Begin by cleaning the cactus paddles. Using a knife, carefully remove the thorns and the edges of the paddles. Rinse thoroughly to remove any sticky residue and pat them dry with a paper towel.
In a small bowl, combine olive oil, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix until well combined.
Brush both sides of the cleaned cactus paddles with the seasoned olive oil mixture.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Once heated, place the cactus paddles on the grill and close the lid.
Grill the paddles for about 4-5 minutes on each side, until they are tender and have nice grill marks.
While the cactus is grilling, finely chop the fresh cilantro and cut the lime into wedges.
Once the cactus paddles are done, remove them from the grill and transfer to a serving platter.
Squeeze fresh lime juice over the grilled cactus paddles and garnish with chopped cilantro.
Serve immediately, enjoying this light, keto-friendly side dish that pairs beautifully with grilled meats or other protein sources.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
341 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.5 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1265 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.4 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.0 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.0 g | ||
| Protein | 6.0 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 685 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 1130 mg | 24% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
