Discover how to cut a lime like a pro, choose the perfect ones, and store them for maximum freshness. Plus, we’ll share some fantastic ways to use this sweet, tart, citrus fruit to add zing to your dishes!
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How to Pick the Perfect Lime
Believe it or not, the best limes aren’t always the greenest! It actually depends on your taste preferences.
For instance, yellow limes tend to be juicier with a sweeter flavor. Meanwhile, green limes are more sour in flavor and add a citrusy bite to your recipes.
Beyond that, you want to look for limes that have a strong lime smell when gently scratched, are firm with just a slight give when squeezed, and are heavy for their size.
How to Cut a Lime
The two most common ways to cut limes are in wedges or rounds, depending on what they’re being used for. So, we’ll walk you through both to help you get the most out of your limes!
Before you begin either method, you’ll want to start with the following steps.
- Remove the stickers. Seriously, don’t forget this part!
- Use a sharp knife to slice off both ends.
Wedges/Slices
- Stand the lime up on a cutting board, and slice it in half lengthwise.
- Flip each half over, and slice them again two or three times from end to end, depending on your desired thickness. If desired, you can continue to cut the wedges down into halves, fourths, or even eighths.
TIP! For thick wedges, angle your knife just slightly (about forty-five degrees).
Common Questions When Learning How to Cut a Lime
Yes, lime peels can be used for zesting to add color and flavor to meals. Or, you can boil them to drink! Just keep in mind that they tend to have a bitter flavor and are often sweetened and combined with other ingredients.
Once sliced, limes should be transferred to an airtight container and stored in the fridge. They’ll stay fresh for up to five to seven days!
Yes! Stored in an airtight container, limes can be frozen for four to six months. For the best results, we recommend flash-freezing them first. To do so, arrange the lime pieces on a baking sheet, and place them in the freezer for a couple of hours or until solid. Then, just transfer them to a freezer-safe container until you’re ready to use them!
Ways to Use Lime
There are nearly endless ways to use limes and lime juice! Here are some recipes we love with lime for inspiration:
- Blackened Shrimp with Cilantro Lime Dressing
- Spicy Cilantro Lime Chicken
- Air Fryer Lime Chicken
- Viral Green Goddess Salad
- Egyptian Mint Lemonade (Limonana)
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How to Cut a Lime
Ingredients
- 1 Lime
Instructions
- Remove the stickers.1 Lime
- Use a sharp knife to slice off both ends.
Wedges/Slices
- Stand the lime up on a cutting board, and slice it in half lengthwise.
- Flip each half over, and slice them again two or three times from end to end, depending on the desired thickness. If desired, cut the wedges down into halves, fourths, or even eighths.
Rounds
- Place the lime on a cutting board, and use a knife to slice widthwise, creating rounds as thin or as thick as preferred.
Equipment
Notes
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Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
