Prickly Pear Nutrition Facts, Vitamins and Benefits

Prickly Pear benefits and place in a balanced diet

• Prickly Pear provides 3.6 g of dietary fiber per 100 g. Fiber supports normal bowel function and can contribute to fullness as part of a balanced diet.
• A 100 g serving contains about 14 mg of vitamin C. Vitamin C contributes to normal immune function, collagen formation and protection of cells from oxidative stress.
• Its potassium content is approximately 220 mg per 100 g. Potassium contributes to normal muscle and nervous-system function and the maintenance of normal blood pressure.
• It supplies about 85 mg of magnesium per 100 g. Magnesium contributes to normal energy metabolism and normal muscle function.
• No single food prevents or treats disease. The nutritional value of prickly pear depends on portion size and the overall eating pattern.

Prickly Pear nutrition facts

The table covers calories, macronutrients, vitamins, minerals, fatty acids and amino acids where a measured value is available. Values are shown per 100 g and for a 103 g reference serving.

How many calories are in Prickly Pear?

100 g (about 3.5 oz) provides approximately 41 kcal. A 103 g reference serving provides approximately 42.2 kcal. Values vary with variety, ripeness and preparation.

How to use Prickly Pear in the kitchen

Prickly Pear can be eaten on its own when appropriate, added to breakfast bowls, salads or desserts, or used in sauces and drinks. Preparation changes the edible portion and may alter nutrient values.