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Kaffir lime Nutrition Facts

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Macronutrients

Nutrition Facts

Consume
Limit
Avoid
Serving Size: 100g
Edible Portion: 31%
Calories 42kcal / 2530kcal (1%)

Macronutrients

Total Fat
1.3 g/ 42g (3%)
low
Saturated Fat
0.14 g/ 20g (0.7%)
low
Cholesterol
0 mg/ 300mg (0%)
free
Unsaturated Fat
0.48 g
Total Carbohydrates
7 g/ 348g (2%)
Dietary Fiber
2.2 g/ 20g (11%)
Sugar
1.3 g/ 63g (2%)
Protein
0.6 g/ 71g (0.85%)

Vitamins

Vitamin A
0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%)
Vitamin C
35 mg/ 70mg (50%)
high
Vitamin B1
0.04 mg/ 1mg (3%)
Vitamin B2
0.02 mg/ 1mg (1%)
Vitamin B3
0.1 mg NE/ 16mg NE (0.63%)

Minerals

Calcium
23 mg/ 750mg (3%)
Iron
0.6 mg/ 12mg (5%)
Phosphorus
8 mg/ 700mg (1%)
Sodium
2 mg/ 1500mg (0.13%)
free
What is this food?
AI-assisted
Kaffir lime is a citrus fruit used mostly for its strong, fresh flavor. In Filipino cooking, it’s often used as a zest (outer peel) or juice in soups, stews, and sauces—more like a flavoring than a main ingredient.
Why it matters to health
AI-assisted
Per 100g, kaffir lime has low calories (~42 kcal) and provides dietary fiber (about 2.2g) plus natural sugars (about 1.3g). The fiber can help keep your digestion regular, especially when you pair it with balanced meals. It also has very low fat (about 1.3g) and low sodium (about 2mg), which is helpful for everyday eating. Since it’s mainly used in small amounts for taste, it supports meals without adding much energy.
Healthier tips
AI-assisted
Use kaffir lime to boost flavor so you can use less salt or heavy sauces. Try these practical ways:
  • Add kaffir lime zest or juice to sinigang, adobo variants, or broth-based dishes for a brighter taste.
  • Pair your meals with fiber-rich sides (vegetables, beans, brown rice) so your snacks and meals add up to good daily balance.
  • If you’re having it as part of a snack (like a citrus drink), keep it unsweetened or lightly sweetened to avoid extra sugar.
    • Common Filipino dishes
    Sinigang, Tinola, Adobo (with citrus twist), Kinilaw, Fish sinigang, Grilled fish with citrus-lime sauce
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