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Cactus

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Edible cactus (Opuntia) is a traditional whole food. USDA FoodData Central includes nutrient data for nopales.

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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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