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Prickly pear Calories
Source of fiber and vitamin C
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
Prickly pear Nutrition Facts
Selected: 100 g
41
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
9.6g
· 84%
Protein
0.7g
· 6%
Fat
0.5g
· 10%
Fiber
3.6g
Prickly pear Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin C
14mg · 16% DV
B2
0.06mg · 5% DV
B6
0.06mg · 4% DV
Vitamin K
5.3µg · 4% DV
Minerals
Magnesium
85mg · 20% DV
Calcium
56mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
220mg · 6% DV
Phosphorus
24mg · 3% DV
Prickly pear Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
Is Prickly pear Processed?
NOVA 1
Unprocessed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Prickly pear Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Prickly pear Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Prickly pear Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.07g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.08g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.12g
Omega 6:3 ratio 11:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (11:1).
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Prickly pear — Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories and carbs are in prickly pear?
Prickly pear provides 41 calories and 9.57 g of carbohydrates per 100 g. The same amount contains 3.6 g of fiber.
Is prickly pear suitable for a low-glycemic diet?
Prickly pear has a glycemic index of 35, which is considered low. It also contains 3.6 g of fiber per 100 g.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.