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How long does prickly pear last?

Prickly pear keeps for about 1 to 2 weeks in the refrigerator. Counted from the date of purchase.

WhereHow long
Pantry2 to 5 days
Refrigerator1 to 2 weeks
Freezer10 to 12 months

Or until ripe. Ripe is when this item is tender, fully developed and ready to eat.

Storage times are the USDA FoodKeeper guidance for quality and safety, not a guarantee; a printed use-by date on the package comes first. Source: USDA FSIS FoodKeeper (CC0), fetched 2026-10-27, category Produce / Fresh Fruits.

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