Cactus pears

From SAVEUR Issue #138 In late summer in Mexico, prickly pear cactus fruits, or tunas, are everywhere—a refreshing snack eaten out of hand and a popular ingredient in candies, drinks, jams, and more.

Cactus fruit, also know as cactus pear or prickly pear, comes from the nopal cactus. The fruit grows on the rounded edges of cactus paddles and has a thick skin covered in small spines. Once cut open, you’ll see they have a soft, juicy meat inside with lots of dark, round seeds. Follow these steps to quickly cut and peel your fruit to eat or use in a recipe!

Cactus fruit is rich in betanin, polyphenols and other potent antioxidants that support liver health, protect against heart disease and reduce inflammation.

Cactus with prickly pear fruit, looks ready to pick.

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If you haven't tried prickly pear, you need to! You can make so many delicious things with a cactus pear. From candy to sorbet to jam and cocktails. There is a new recipe for everyone. Here are the 12 best prickly pear recipes to try. fearlessdining

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Do you like trying and tasting new fruits? Try the prickly pear cactus fruit the next time you get the chance. In this blog post I talk about how to eat prickly pear cactus fruit, where they come from and where they grow, and what they taste like. Such a cool fruit that grows in some of the harshest climates.

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Prickly Pear Cactus

Cactus fruit is rich in betanin, polyphenols and other potent antioxidants that support liver health, protect against heart disease and reduce inflammation.

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Prickly pear benefits are more than just skin deep - this fruit is packed with nutrition and vitamins. Click here to learn about the benefits of prickly pear.