Slow Cooker Turkey Chili With Cactus & Cilantro

Even though the title sounds pretty complicated, the recipe is pretty much boilerplate when it comes to chili. Chili is the perfect meal for any new cook or anyone who does not want to spend countless hours in the kitchen. Throw everything in a crockpot and walk away…well, you do have to cook the meat (or seitan) first, but you get my point! It’s simple and flavorful.

Oh and I know it’s likely many of you cannot find nopal cactus in your grocery store; it’s one of the perks of living in Texas and in such close proximity to Mexico. They are fantastic! Nopal tastes a lot like green bean but way more acidic (almost a faint lime flavor), with the texture of okra (kinda slimy). It provides both flavor and texture to the chili – and it’s PACKED with tons of vitamins and minerals.

One last thing you may be wondering, why did I add cactus (or veggies in general)? Well, why not?!

Add fresh veggies is a proven way to boost the heartiness of your dishes as well ensure you’re getting a least one serving of vegetables daily.