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A small green citrus fruit providing juice or peels that are added to food dishes to provide a tart taste as an ingredient.

There are two types of Tahitian limes, Persian and Bearss, which are very similar to each other. The Tahitian Persian lime is slightly larger than Tahitian Bearss lime.

The juice from a fresh lime, which is the best form of lime flavor. Bottled lime juice can be substituted if fresh limes are not available.

A variety of lime that is small, round and pointed at the end with a gnarled outer skin that emits a sharp lemon-like aroma.

An oval shaped Tahitian lime that is slightly larger than Tahitian Bearss lime. It is greenish yellow when ripe but is harvested to be sold when it is still green because the acidity level is higher, which provides a better flavor.

A Tahitian lime that is slightly smaller but very similar to the Tahitian Persian lime. It is greenish yellow when ripe but is harvested to be sold when it is still green because the acidity level is higher, which provides a better flavor.

A small to large oblong leaf, pale green to dark green in color (larger leaves are darker green), that are grown on fruit trees producing limes.

A smaller and rounder lime than the more common Persian lime. It is yellowish green in color, has a tart flavor, and is known mostly for its use in key lime pie.

This sweet lime has a yellow rind that contains aromatic oil. It has a light yellow flesh, which lacks acidity and contains very few seeds.

Most often, this condiment is a traditional relish used to flavor food dishes in India where pickles so frequently are served during meals.

A fruit, with a tough, greenish brown skin, resembling the lychee. It has a milky colored flesh that is eaten by peeling away the skin and eating the pulp from the seed.

A traditional Cuban beverage consisting of lime juice, beer and ginger ale garnished with a slice of lime.

A chilled drink traditionally served in Brazil that is made from Cachaca, an alcoholic beverage distilled from sugarcane that is similar to rum.

A beverage that is traditionally considered to be a drink served in regions with warm climates. It is typically made by mixing proportions of lime juice, tequila, and orange flavored liqueur, such as Triple Sec, Cointreau, or Grand Marnier.

A water mixture that has been made acidic by combining lemon juice, lime juice, vinegar, or wine with water.

A chilled cocktail served in warm climates that combines 2 tablespoons of sugar, 2 or 3 sprigs of fresh mint, 1 to 2 ounces of white (light) rum, 3 tablespoons of fresh lime juice, and top of the glass with a small amount (or to taste) of chilled club soda.

A salt substance derived from acidic citrus fruits, such as lemon and limes, that is dried and formed into a powder or crystal.

A salt substance derived from acidic citrus fruits, such as lemon and limes, that is dried and formed into a powder or crystal.

Refers to the outer skin of citrus fruits such as oranges, lemons, and limes. The colored part of the skin contains natural oils that provide aroma and flavor.

A Mexican dish consisting of mashed avocados and a small amount of lemon or lime juice. It is used as a side dish, dip, or topping.