 LUSCIOUS
LIMES! Good things in small packages.
Key limes are smaller than Persian limes, are aromatic and
very juicy. They have a stronger, more complex acidic flavor
than Persian limes so make a
great pie.
Persian Limes are easier to grow, easier to pick because
the trees have no thorns, and due to the much thicker skin,
are easier and more economical to ship. Limes have gone the
way of the tomato in that, for economical reasons, the more
flavorful Key Lime has taken a back seat to the Persian Lime.
But real lime connoisseurs and Key Lime Pie fans still adore
the small and humble-looking Key.
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Key and Mexican Limes are grown year around so you
may be able to find them in your produce department
any time! Costs vary throughout the year but are somewhat
consistent in Summer, when there is an abundance of
fruit from Mexico.
Very high in Vitamin C! One lime provides 35% of your
daily requirements.
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NUTRITION FACTS
Serving Size: 1 medium (67g) |
Calories 20
Calories from Fat 0 |
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% Daily Value*
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Total Fat 0g
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0% |
| Saturated Fat 0g |
0% |
| Cholesterol 0mg |
0% |
| Sodium 0mg |
0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 7g |
2% |
| Dietary Fiber 2g |
8% |
| Sugars 0g |
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| Protein 0g |
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| Vitamin A |
0% |
| Vitamin C |
35% |
| Calcium |
0% |
| Iron |
0% |
| Potassium 75mg |
2% |
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*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000
calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher
or lower depending on your calorie needs:
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Calories:
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2,000
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2,500
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Total Fat
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Less than
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65g
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80g
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Sat Fat
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Less than
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20g
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25g
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Cholesterol
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Less than
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300mg
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300mg
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Sodium
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Less than
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2,400mg
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2,400mg
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Potassium
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3,500mg
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3,500mg
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Total Carbohydrate
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300g
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375g
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Dietary Fiber
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25g
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30g
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Calories per gram: Fat
9 - Carbohydrate 4 - Protein 4
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Select limes that are heavy for their size and
firm with smooth, shiny skins. Avoid limes that
are light in weight, shriveled, spongy, or significantly
discolored.
Store limes in your refrigerator. Limes do not
ripen further after harvest.
Use limes in a classic Key
Lime Pie, in a
marinade, or squeeze on your favorite Mexican food
as a refreshing alternative to spicy salsa. Try one
of our tasty recipes!
Nutritional Benefits:
- Low Calorie
- No saturated Fat
- No sodium
- No Cholesterol
- High in antioxidant Vitamin C
- Fat Free
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| SOURCE: www.aboutproduce.com |
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Be sure to look for our Fresh
Health™ brand. Our limes are hand picked
and triple graded.
A distinctive brand you can trust.
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