Cactus pear

Learn how to pick out ripe cactus fruit, cut, peel and consume it. This fruit is also known as cactus pear, prickly pear, and in Spanish, "tuna."

If you haven't tried a prickly pear (cactus fruit) you are going to love them. I share tips and tricks to enjoy them, and the best recipes!

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.

When we first think of cactus, it reminds us of thorny green leaves and deserts. It makes you wonder, what does cactus taste like. Well, for those wondering, you have come to the right place.

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

Prickly Pear Cactus Jelly is a low-sugar or low-honey cooked jelly made with Pomona’s Universal Pectin. Pomona’s Pectin contains no sugar or preservatives and jells reliably with low amounts of any sweetener.

Prickly pear is a refreshing cactus fruit that can be incorporated into many recipes! From cocktails to desserts, we've got you covered with the best prickly pear recipes that you can try at home! #PricklyPear #Recipes #GloriousRecipes

Can you eat cactus fruit? Prickly pear is the common name of a cactus that is native to New Mexico and other southwestern states. The edible fruit is a result of the cactus flower. This fruit is sweet and delicious. Learn how to pick prickly pear fruits. I have lived in New Mexico for 23 years and have never tasted a prickly pear tuna. I have seen the deep, dark magenta-colored fruits so many times when I am out running and have always been in awe of their beauty but it never crossed my mind…

You might wonder how to eat Prickly Pears if you've ever seen them growing on a plant. Prickly pear juice is delicious and can be used in drinks, sauces, vinaigrettes and desserts.

Prickly pear is widely cultivated and commercially used for its properties in juices, teas, and alcoholic drinks. Prior to modern medicine, both native Americans and Mexicans have been using this succulent to treat a number of aliments