Kaffir lime

Kaffir lime

Vegetable

Item Rating: 86/100

1 serving (100 grams) contains 30 calories, 0.6 grams of protein, 0.2 grams of fat, and 7.7 grams of carbohydrates.

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71.4
calories
1.4
protein
18.3
carbohydrates
0.5
fat

Nutrition Information

1 cup (238.1g)
Calories
71.4
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0.5 g 0%
Saturated Fat 0.1 g 0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg 0%
Sodium 4.8 mg 0%
Total Carbohydrates 18.3 g 6%
Dietary Fiber 6.7 g 23%
Sugars 3.6 g
protein 1.4 g 2%
Vitamin D 0 mcg 0%
Calcium 78.6 mg 6%
Iron 1.4 mg 7%
Potassium 242.9 mg 5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Food Attributes

🍯 Low sugar
🧂 Low sodium
🧂 Low salt

Source of Calories

87.9%
6.7%
5.4%
Fat: 4 cal (5.4%)
Protein: 5 cal (6.7%)
Carbs: 73 cal (87.9%)

About Kaffir lime

Kaffir Lime, a citrus fruit native to Southeast Asia, is renowned for its distinctive fragrance and culinary versatility. Its bumpy green rind and aromatic leaves are staples in Thai, Indonesian, and Cambodian cuisine, often enhancing curries, soups, and stir-fries with a bold, tangy flavor. Although the fruit itself is rarely consumed due to its extreme bitterness, its zest and juice are prized for their culinary and medicinal properties. Kaffir Lime is rich in vitamin C, antioxidants, and essential oils, which support immune health, promote skin vitality, and offer antimicrobial benefits. The lime leaves contain compounds that may aid digestion and reduce inflammation. Despite its health perks, it should be used sparingly due to its strong flavor, which can overpower dishes. Highly regarded in holistic remedies, Kaffir Lime embodies the balance of taste and wellness in Southeast Asian traditions.