Limes are a versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes, from savory to sweet. Here are some ideas for what to make with limes:
- Drinks: Limeade, margaritas, mojitos, gin gimlets, vodka tonics, and more.
- Main dishes: Grilled chicken or salmon with cilantro lime marinade, shrimp with chili lime seasoning, honey-lime chicken, cilantro lime rice, and more.
- Desserts: Key lime pie, no-bake key lime cheesecake, lime bars, coconut lime loaf cake, and more.
- Sauces and dressings: Lime vinaigrette, cilantro lime crema, and more.
- Snacks and appetizers: Grilled corn with lime and chile, sliced fruit with sugared lime zest, crab, lime & chilli toasts, and more.
Limes are also commonly used in Latin American, Southeast Asian, and Middle Eastern/African dishes, so incorporating them into these cuisines can be a great way to experiment with new flavors. Additionally, lime zest can be added to baked goods like scones or cookies, and lime juice can be used to brighten up smoothies. Finally, if you have a surplus of limes, you can freeze the zest and juice for later use.