Lime Recipes

Think outside the cocktail glass! Limes are fun to cook and bake with, so try these recipes with limes.

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    Citrus Chicken with Peppers

    “This dish is so attractive and healthy. I tried a similar recipe, but the addition of citrus and honey makes...


    Citrus Grilled Turkey Cutlets

    Janice Mentzer, of Sharpsburg, Maryland says, “My family enjoys this turkey recipe year-round, but it’s especially nice in the summer...


    Grilled Caribbean Lime Chicken

    With its amazing tropical salsa, this entree is a showstopper. Add leftover salsa to quesadillas, pork tenderloin or serve it...


    Mandarin Salsa

    Sweet mandarin oranges temper the boldness of cilantro, jalapeno and onion in this salsa, creating an impressive and colorful combination....


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    Maple Blackberry Mojito

    This refreshing blackberry cocktail is how you take advantage of prime berry season during the summer months. I've also used...


    Mango-Lime Pork Chops

    This beautiful marinaded pork is topped with a fruity salsa of emerald kiwifruit, golden mango and red peppers for an...


    Mango Orange Quencher

    Serve this beautiful beverage at your next brunch in place of mimosas. Just chill the base an hour before adding...


    Lime Chiffon Cake

    The next time you spot lovely little limes at the grocery store, pick some up and make this outstanding cake!...

    Potato-Crab Cakes with Lime Butter

    Very special, easy and absolutely delectable, these golden brown patties boast a citrusy lime butter topping—and loads of flavor. Emory...


    Lime-Buttered Broccoli

    “I got tired of serving broccoli the same way every time, so I prepared this recipe.” The simple butter sauce...


    Cranberry Lime Macaroons

    It wouldn’t be the holidays for my family and friends if I didn’t make these chewy lime-flavored macaroons. I usually...


    Chiles Rellenos Chicken

    There’s a little math and a lot of mouthwatering flavor in this simple dinner recipe. The creamy cilantro and lime...


    South-of-the-Border Chicken Salad with Tequila Lime Dressing

    Add a burst of color to your table with this fresh main-dish that's topped with homemade tequila lime salad dressing....


    Blackberry-Mango Crumble

    My husband loves fresh-picked blackberries at the height of summer, and mango is a favorite combination with the berries in...


    Lime Chicken with Salsa Verde Sour Cream

    Whenever I'm in a crunch, this recipe comes to the rescue. The verde sauce gives classic baked chicken a big...


    Coconut-Lime Chicken

    Tangy lime combines with sweet coconut in this tropical dish. Fragrant jasmine rice is a wonderful accompaniment.—Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho


    Pear-Blueberry Ambrosia with Creamy Lime Dressing

    This dessert is delicious and decadent, yet is chock-full of healthy fruit with a creamy lime dressing; the blueberries provide...

    Jalapeno-Lime Chicken Drumsticks

    Bottled hot sauce isn't my thing, so I developed a fresh pepper glaze for grilled chicken. These drumsticks practically fly...


    Lime-Cilantro Shrimp Skewers

    My friend gave me this grill-friendly recipe. The combination of lime, cilantro and soy sauce gives these shrimp skewers a...


    Mushroom Tacos

    Mushroom tacos are mighty tasty when made with well-seasoned portobello mushrooms, sweet red pepper and plenty of spices. Serve them...


    South-of-the-Border Citrus Salad

    Orange, grapefruit and jicama add color and texture to this out-of-the-ordinary fruit salad. Sometimes I'll toss in slices of mango...


    Honeydew Salad with Lime Dressing

    Green is my favorite color, and this refreshing salad with grapes, cucumber and kiwi is green to the max. If...


    Cilantro-Lime Rice

    My family's favorite Mexican restaurant serves a similar rice as a side dish. I threw this together one night when...

    Watermelon Margarita

    Upgrade a classic lime margarita with this watermelon margarita recipe. The pretty, pink drink uses a sugared rim and blended...


    Key Lime Cookies

    If you've ever wished to have the flavors of key lime pie in a snack-sized package, this key lime cookies...


    Cilantro & Lime Chicken with Scoops

    I came up with this recipe when I was preparing for a large party and wanted a healthy Tex-Mex chicken...


    Cornmeal Lime Cookies

    Here’s something a little different for your platter of Christmas sweets. Cornmeal gives these light cookies crunch, and the tart...


    Lime Shortbread with Dried Cherries

    This fresh, sweet-tart cookie also works with dried cranberries and orange zest. I freeze the dough for up to a...


    Coconut-Granola Yogurt Parfaits

    I prepare homemade granola ahead of time—it makes these yogurt treats special.
    —Julie Merriman, Seattle, Washington