One of the perks of Summer is that all sorts of produce, commonplace and unusual, start to appear out of nowhere. Case in point: nopales, or cactus pads, have showed up in Northern California markets. Pronounced "noh-pah-lays", these vegetables are the leaves of the Nopal or prickly pear cactus. They're not only edible but possess a mellow flavor that's similar to that of green beans. Keep reading to learn more about preparing cactus paddles.
In Season: Nopales
One of the perks of Summer is that all sorts of produce, commonplace and unusual, start to appear out of nowhere.
