Prickly pear cactus is a delicious Latin American Heritage ingredient, and lends itself beautifully to refreshing fruity beverages like agua frescas. The flesh of prickly pear cactus has a sweet, melon-like flavor and a vibrant magenta color.
5 minutes
1 hour 5 minutes
2 servings
1 glass
2 prickly pears
2 ½ cups water
2 tablespoons of honey
Optional garnish: lemon wedge
An Oldways recipe and photo, courtesy of Sarah Anderson
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