In cooking, lime is valued both for the acidity of its juice and the floral aroma of its zest. It is a common ingredient in authentic Mexican, Vietnamese and Thai dishes.
General information
Storage Tip: Require immediate refrigeration
Preparation Tip: To get maximum juice out of a lime pierce it with a sharp knife and heat it in a microwave for 30 seconds or in boiling water for 2 minutes before squeezing
Health Information: One 38g lime has 11 mg of Vitamin C and is rich in flavonoids