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Edible cactus (Opuntia) is a traditional whole food. USDA FoodData Central includes nutrient data for nopales.
Found in
65 products
What it is
Edible cactus species, primarily Opuntia (prickly pear) pads (nopales) or fruit (tunas).
Whole-food vegetable or fruit used in Mexican and Southwest US cuisine.
What regulators actually say
"Nopales, cooked, without salt — nutrient profile including 2.0g fiber and 141mg calcium per 100g."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Conventional food.
European Union — EFSA
Conventional food.
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