Now for something a little different… have you ever had a Cactus Aloe Vera Smoothie before? This smoothie is amazingly healthy for you and is said to also be great for allergy relief (perfect to try this out now).
Health benefits of Aloe and Cactus
Aloe Vera is high in vitamins and strengthens the immune system. Aloe vera juice is one of the best detox foods – it helps with acid reflux, and improves digestion and cleanses your colon.
As for the Prickly Pear Cactus, it is rich in minerals magnesium and potassium, which both support body functions. It also boosts your antioxidant levels and is a great source of fiber.
About this smoothie
If you’re wondering what it tastes like, it tastes very crisp and refreshing, but it can definitely be an acquired taste for many, so I wouldn’t start making this in batch if you’ve never tried it before!
Ingredients
- 1/2 of an Aloe Vera Leaf
- 1 medium Prickly Pear Cactus Leaf (I buy it with prickles already removed, and sometimes if they dont’ a good job, I take a knife and just cut out the prickles manually)
- 1 medium Orange
- Ice (Optional)

Cactus Aloe Vera Smoothie Instructions
Cut the cactus leaf in the 1 by 1/2 inch pieces.

Remove the Aloe Vera ‘flesh’ from the hard exterior. A small knife helps peel it back.
Peel the orange and cut in to pieces.
Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend on high.

Serve!



Cactus Aloe Vera Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1/2 of an Aloe Vera Leaf
- 1 medium Prickly Pear Cactus Leaf (I buy it with prickles already removed, and sometimes if they dont’ a good job, I take a knife and just cut out the prickles manually)
- 1 medium Orange
- Ice (Optional)
Instructions
- Cut the cactus leaf in the 1 by 1/2 inch pieces.
- Remove the Aloe Vera ‘flesh’ from the hard exterior. A small knife helps peel it back.
- Peel the orange and cut in to pieces.
- Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend on high.
- Serve!
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 1 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 133Total Fat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 37mgCarbohydrates: 32gFiber: 10gSugar: 14gProtein: 4g
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Thanks for this information. Nice article.
Could I buy ready aloe vera juice with prickly pear cactus.
Definitely! Pick your fave aloe vera juice!
Tina, I have used aloe in smoothies and eaten cactus but I never tried them together in a smoothie. Your recipe sounds fantastic!
Tina, I have used aloe in smoothies and eaten cactus but never tried them together. Your recipe sounds fantastic!
I learned so much from this
Such an interesting combo. I bet it’s awesome! I have never had the two together.
Such an unusual smoothie, sounds delicious!
I live in Arizona. I would prefer to find the prickly part already removed, but I may try it myself. I have an aloe plant and can’t wait to combine these three!
I’m excited to have found this. I’ve been looking for recipes with aloe for gut healing after a harsh medication.
very interesting! ive never tried cactus before but ill look for it now!
Always see cactus in the Asian markets but never knew what people did with them! Thx for the recipe!
Fabulous Tina!
Ohhh what an interesting combo! Thank you for sharing! I’ve used aloe vera juice before, but have never tried it right from the plant. Maybe it’s time. 🙂