Bioactive compounds identification and physicochemical characterization from Nopalea cochenillifera (L.) Salm-Dyck cladodes flour

Nopalea cochenillifera (L.) Salm-Dyck is a scarcely studied cactus; its characterization contributes to identifying the bioactive compounds it contains and functional properties, which will allow generating information on potential uses applications. The aim of this work was characterize N. cladodes flour physicochemically identify phenolic that contains. In general, low in calories (337%) with high total dietary fiber content (18.41%). addition, exhibits good water (11.04%) oil (2.05%) absorption capacity, while swelling capacity 25 mL/g DW. soluble hydrolyzable polyphenols were 207.92 647.99 mg EAG/100 g DW, respectively. they showed antioxidant activity by DPPH• (15.28 mmol TE/g DW), FRAP (20.97 ABTS•+ (51.31 DW) methods. Furthermore, six acids (gallic, ferulic, chlorogenic, p-coumaric, syringic, neochlorogenic) identified HPLC. According results, an important source interesting properties. context, could be used as ingredient formulation foods. However, further, studies are needed shelf life optimizing preservation process, transformation, potential.