Origin: Valencia. Limes are an exotic fruit that belongs to the citrus family. Its tree is the lime tree. There are many varieties of lime, they are green or yellow in color and small in size. Its flesh is fleshy and has a flavor that ranges between sweet and sour. They are more delicate than lemons, so they must be handled with care. Properties and benefits: Being a citrus fruit, it has a high content of Vitamin C, B6, potassium, folic acid, and flavonoids. Limes improve digestion by stimulating the production of gastric juices. Thanks to its water content, it keeps us hydrated. Perfect for our skin. It protects us against infections due to its high content of vitamin C. Limes are good for regulating blood sugar. Nutritional value per 100g: Calories: 35 kcal Total fat: 0.2g Protein: 0.6mg Fiber: 2.8g Vitamin C: 42mg Calcium: 24mg Carbohydrates: 1mg Storage and tips: To extend the shelf life of limes, it is recommended to store them in the refrigerator, where they will last for a maximum of 3 weeks. If left outside, they will last around 1 week. Recipe and uses in the kitchen: Apart from its uses in the kitchen, limes can be used as a fragrance in cleaning products, detergents, and soaps, as an insect repellent, or for acne treatments. As for culinary uses, the most well-known are in beverages, such as lime sorbet and the numerous cocktails that include lime juice.