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Sautéed Nopales, Peppers, and Corn

Source: http://www.gourmetsleuth.com/nopalitos.htm

Ingredients
1 large red bell pepper
1 cup corn (canned or frozen)
1 large green bell pepper
2 cups diced nopales
1 large onion
1 minced garlic
½ tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Minced cilantro and parsley, optional

Prepare the Dish
Halve peppers, then remove seeds and stems then dice. Cut the onion the same size. Cook vegetables and minced garlic in olive oil in a pan over medium heat until just softened. Add diced nopales and corn to mixture; stir over medium heat until vegetables are cooked through, but firm (about 5 minutes). Sprinkle with herbs and serve hot. Makes 4 servings.

Nutritional Information for one serving: 82 Calories; 2g Fat; 3g Protein; 15g Carbohydrate; 4g Dietary Fiber; 17 mg Sodium; 155% Daily Value for Vit C; 43% Daily Value for Vit A (Source adapted from: http://www.medicinenet.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=56276&page=2)


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