Would you ever eat something slimy, sticky, and SOUR?! Well, you might be missing out on a nutritional powerhouse!br Most people think cacti are just thorny desert plants, but did you know some types are actually DELICIOUS?! Among them, the Opuntia cactus—also known as ladle cactus—is a favorite!br Its thick, smooth, and crispy stems can be eaten RAW! Yep, raw! The texture? Crunchy yet SLIMY. The taste? Tangy and slightly sour. Sounds weird? Maybe.