also called nopal cactus. In botanical terms, the small, plump prickly pear is, in fact, a berry, measuring 2 to 5 inches, and ranging in color from red to pale yellow, or green, with deep red flesh.

Prickly pear, a fruit derived from the cactus plant, is gaining popularity ... which can range in color from green to yellow, orange, red, or deep magenta. The exterior is covered in small spines ...