CACTUS LEAVES
Sold fresh by weight as whole cactus paddles nopales
$0.99 /lb.
Avg. 1 lb.
Cactus leaves (nopales) are edible pads harvested from prickly pear cactus, offering a tender, slightly tangy vegetable used in Mexican and Southwestern cooking. Sold fresh for grilling, sautéing, stews, or salads.
Cactus leaves, commonly called nopales, are thick green pads harvested from prickly pear cacti. They have a mild, slightly tart flavor and a crisp, mucilaginous texture when cooked. Nopales are used in tacos, salads, stews, scrambled eggs, and grilled dishes. Trim spines and edges before cooking, then slice or dice as desired to incorporate into recipes.