How to Make Prickly Pear Limeade - A Step-by-Step Guide

Prickly pear limeade is a refreshing and unique drink that is perfect for hot summer days. This recipe combines the sweet and vibrant flavor of prickly pears with the tangy tartness of limes to create a one-of-a-kind beverage that will quench your thirst and leave you feeling rejuvenated.

Prickly pears, also known as cactus pears or tunas, are the fruit of the prickly pear cactus. They have a striking magenta color and a sweet, delicate flavor that is reminiscent of watermelon and rasp...

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Ingredients

  • 12 prickly pears
  • 2 cups water
  • ¼ cup freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 1 ½ tablespoons stevia sweetener (such as Truvia®)
  • 4 fresh mint leaves, or more to taste
  • ice cubes

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 15 mins
  • Servings: 2
  • Yield: 2 servings

  • Cut prickly pears in half lengthwise and scoop out flesh with a spoon. Process in a blender until smooth. Push pulp through a fine mesh strainer to extract about 1 1/2 cups juice. Discard pulp.
  • Place prickly pear juice, water, lime juice, stevia, and mint in a blender. Blend until smooth. Pour into two 16-ounce glasses filled with ice.
  • Nutrition

    268 cal.

    • Total Fat: 3g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 39mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 68g
    • Dietary Fiber: 22g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 96mg
    • Calcium: 358mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 1398mg