Cactus (Nopalitos) Salad- Lesterloon

I had never had  a nopalitos salad made by this method method and I liked it. This is a rare chance to post the recipes in both English and Spanish. I translated Lesterlloon’s original Spanish-language version.

6 cleaned cactus paddles, cut in  julienne or thin slices

1 small red onion, thinly sliced

5 tablespoons Kosher salt

3 medium ripe red tomatoes, cut into ¼-inch dice

8 ounces queso panela or queso blanco, cut into very small dice

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

Place cactus and onion in a bowl with the salt.  Rub thoroughly between your hands for 10 minutes; rinse well, dry with paper towel or a clean cloth and reserve.