How To Cut Limes (Perfect Wedges And Wheels!)

1. Start by thoroughly washing the lime under cold running water. Dry it off with a clean towel to remove any external residue, then grab out a cutting board and a paring or utility knife.

Lengthwise Wedges

1. Place the lime on a cutting board. Slice off a small section from both sides to create a flat, stable surface. Position the lime upright on the flat side. Using a sharp knife, slice it vertically down the middle to create two long halves.
2. Place each half flat-side down and slice lengthwise again. Make two more lengthwise cuts with your knife at an angle. You should end up with four wedges per lime half. You can make a small slit in the center of each wedge to secure it on a glass as a garnish.

Crosswise Wedges

1. Lay the lime on its side on the cutting board. Slice it directly down the center to make two equal halves. You can stop here if you’re just juicing the halves. Or, place each half flat-side down and slice them in half again.
2. Make two more cuts with your knife at an angle, giving you four wedges per lime half. This style is great if you want that classic cartoon lime wedge appearance!

Wheels

1. Keep the lime on its side on the cutting board. Use a sharp knife to make thin, round slices across the whole lime.
2. Make the slices a uniform thickness to provide the best presentation for drinks and garnishes. Use your knife to make a slit that ends at the center so you can place your wheel on a glass.