Carbohydrate and Fiber Counts for Limes
Since we usually don't eat limes, but instead use the juice, I have provided information on fresh lime juice.- 1 Tablespoon fresh lime juice: 1 gram effective (net) carbohydrate plus 0 grams fiber and 4 calories.
- Juice of 1 medium lime (a little over 1.5 oz): 4 grams effective (net) carbohydrate plus 0 grams fiber and 11 calories.
Glycemic Index for Limes
There is no scientific study of the glycemic index of lime juice, probably because it is usually consumed in such small amounts.More Information about the Glycemic Index
Glycemic Load of Limes
- 1 Tablespoon lime juice: 0
Juice of 1 medium lime: 1
More Information about the Glycemic Load
Health Benefits of Limes
To get a significant amount of nutrients from lime juice, you'd have to use more juice than usual. Still, ¼ cup of lime juice is a very good source of vitamin C, and there are a number of healthful phytonutrients in limes as well.Low-Carb Recipes With Limes
- Sweet and Sour Lime Salad Dressing
- Sugar-Free Margaritas
- Sugar-Free Sweet and Sour Mixer
- Sugar-Free Strawberry Daiquiris
- Low-Carb Cranberry Chutney
- Beef or Chicken Fajitas
- Marinade for Mexican Grilled Chicken
More Information About Limes at Calorie Count Plus.
Sources:
Leroux, MarcusFoster-Powell, Kaye, Holt, Susanna and Brand-Miller, Janette. "International table of glycemic index and glycemic load values: 2002." American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. Vol. 76, No. 1, 5-56, (2002).
USDA National Nutrient Database for Standard Reference, Release 20.
