Ingredients 🧂
- 1 fresh cactus pad (nopales/prickly pear cactus)
- 2 cups water
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
- Small piece of ginger (optional)
Instructions 👨🍳
Step 1 – Prepare the Cactus
Carefully remove the thorns from the cactus pad.
Wash it thoroughly under water.
Cut into small pieces.
Step 2 – Blend
Add to a blender:
- Cactus pieces
- Water
- Lemon juice
- Ginger (optional)
Blend until smooth.
Step 3 – Strain
Pour the mixture through a fine strainer into a glass or pitcher.
Add honey if desired and stir well.
Step 4 – Serve ✨
Drink fresh, preferably cold or with ice.
Some people enjoy it in the morning on an empty stomach.