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Nopal (Prickly Pear Cactus Pads)

Produce

Health Grade

Nopal (Prickly Pear Cactus Pads) is the flattened pads of the prickly pear cactus commonly used in Mexican and Southwestern cuisines — eaten grilled, sautéed, chopped into salads, or stewed in sauces. It’s a low-calorie, vegetable ingredient notable for being high in soluble fiber, providing about 2...Nopal (Prickly Pear Cactus Pads) is the flattened pads of the prickly pear cactus commonly used in Mexican and Southwestern cuisines — eaten grilled, sautéed, c... Show more

Nutrition Overview

Kcal

16 kcal

Fiber

Salt

Protein

Fat

Carbs

Sugar

Nutrition Quality

Micronutrients

Manganese, Calcium

Excellent

Gut Health

Good Fiber

Excellent

Processing

NOVA 1

Unprocessed

Electrolytes

Na:K ratio 0.1

Optimal

Satiety

High Water Content

Very High

Antioxidants

Exceptional Polyphenols

Exceptional

Vegan

Vegetarian

Gluten Free

Lactose Free

~1,00€/100g

1.0g/ml

Found in

Nopales Salad

FAQ

Is Nopal (Prickly Pear Cactus Pads) healthy?

Yes, Nopal (Prickly Pear Cactus Pads) is exceptionally healthy, earning an S Health Grade — among the highest possible. It is a great source of dietary fiber (2.2g per 100g).

What are the macros in Nopal (Prickly Pear Cactus Pads)?

100g of Nopal (Prickly Pear Cactus Pads) contains 16 kcal, 1.3g protein, 3.3g carbohydrates and 0.1g fat (of which 0.02g saturated), and 2.2g fiber.

What NOVA processing level is Nopal (Prickly Pear Cactus Pads)?

Nopal (Prickly Pear Cactus Pads) is NOVA 1 - Unprocessed.

Is Nopal (Prickly Pear Cactus Pads) vegan?

Yes, Nopal (Prickly Pear Cactus Pads) is vegan.

Is Nopal (Prickly Pear Cactus Pads) gluten free?

Yes, Nopal (Prickly Pear Cactus Pads) is gluten free.