What Does a Prickly Pear Taste Like? Ripe prickly pears have a soft, juicy interior that's bursting with sweet flavor and little edible seeds. Its flavor is often compared to that of a melon or a kiwi, sometimes with a hint of bubblegum
 
Prickly pear is extremely high in essential fatty acids, omega-6 and 9, and the natural antioxidant vitamin E. It's also rich in amino acids, which help boost collagen production and cell turnover. Meanwhile, its vitamin K content helps brighten under-eye dark circles and improve skin appearance