How to Cut Lemons & Limes
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96 reviews
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
1 serving
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Calories
31 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
American
How to Cut Lemons & Limes
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Learn how to cut lemons and limes perfectly with this easy step-by-step tutorial showing two easy methods for cutting into slices or wedges.
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Ingredients
- 1 lemon or lime
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Instructions
For Slices
- Holding the lemon or lime on its side, remove half an inch off the bottom.
- Slice into desired thickness until you reach about an half inch or the pith on the other end
For Wedges
- Holding the lemon or lime on its side, remove half an inch off the top and bottom.
- Stand the lemon or lime up vertically and slice in half, then remove seeds.
- Lay each half on the cutting board and slice into desired wedge sizes. You can cut each half into fourths to make up to 8 wedges total.
- If desired, slice the pith off from each wedge.
- Add to drinks or use for garnish.
Notes
- Storage: Cut lemons and limes can be kept covered and refrigerated for a day or two.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
31kcal
(2%)
Carbohydrates
10g
(3%)
Protein
1g
(2%)
Fat
1g
(2%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
1g
Sodium
2mg
(0%)
Potassium
149mg
(4%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Vitamin A
24IU
(0%)
Vitamin C
57mg
(63%)
Calcium
28mg
(3%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 1serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 31 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 31kcal | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 10g | 3% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 2mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 149mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 24IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 57mg | 63% |
| Calcium | 28mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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