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As it gets warmer, you may be craving spicy foods perfect for summer, and these healthy nopales recipes will satisfy that craving while making the most of the in-season cactus paddles.

First up, make sure you’re preparing them correctly with this easy guide on How to Cook Nopales.

Image and Recipe via Mexico in My Kitchen

This light Summer Nopalitos Salad is a perfect side dish during warm weather.

Summer Cactus (Nopalitos) Salad | Vegan & Oil-Free

These quick Nopales Slaw Tostadas with Pickled Red Onions are also vegetarian.

Nopales Slaw Tostadas with Pickled Red Onions

Boost your fruit or green smoothie with nopales cactus in your favorite flavors.

Why& How to Add Cactus to Your Next Smoothie — Image and Recipe via Care2

Grilled Cactus and Corn Salad is a tangy side dish perfect for summer barbecues.

Grilled Cactus and Corn Salad

Spice up your family gathering with Jalapeno and Cactus Tamales.

This Low-Carb Cactus Salad is also perfect as a salsa substitute with guests.

Low Carb Cactus Salad (Ensalada de Nopales)

Sick of grabbing your kids’ snacks on-the-go because that’s handier? This week, try making these healthy snacks for adults that will be perfect for you.

First up are homemade Oven-Baked Honey Barbecue Sweet Potato Chips you can’t resist.

This Edamame with Citrus Salt is a protein-rich snack to fuel you through your afternoon slump.

These Pumpkin No-Bake Energy Bites can help satisfy your year-round Starbucks frap cravings.

Make Baked Zucchini Fries with Pesto Yogurt Dipping Sauce for an adult version of fast food.

These Raspberry Fig Bars will satisfy your sweet tooth while you’re on the move.

Baked Rosemary Parmesan Chickpeas are a tasty and light protein boost you’ll love.

Easy Homemade Flatbread Crackers are the salty snack you crave without the guilt.

Easy Homemade Flatbread Crackers