Lemon & lime crush

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
6%
Lemon & lime crush
20 min.
4
322kcal

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Brighten up your day with our refreshing Lemon & Lime Crush! This delightful treat is not only a feast for your taste buds but also caters to a variety of dietary preferences. Whether you're vegan, gluten-free, or just looking for a zesty side dish, this recipe is sure to impress. With an invigorating combination of tart lemons and limes, complemented by the aromatic essence of lemongrass and optional lime leaves, this dish will transport you to a sun-soaked paradise with every bite.

In just 20 minutes, you can whip up a stunning dessert that’s perfect for warm weather or any festive gathering. The process is simple yet rewarding: you'll harness the fragrant citrus notes and balance them beautifully with sugar, creating a granita that's icy and refreshing. This dish is not only about flavor; it’s a low FODMAP option that everyone can enjoy without worry. Serve it in the vibrant citrus shells for a playful presentation that’s sure to wow your guests.

Whether shared at a summer picnic or relished at the end of a meal, the Lemon & Lime Crush is where sweet meets tart in the most delightful way. Step into your kitchen and let the bright flavors of citrus lift your spirits as you create this deliciously refreshing side dish!

Ingredients

  •  optional: lemon 
  •  lime 
  • large stick lemon grass 
  •  kaffir lime leaves 
  • 250 sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Zest 2 of the lemons and 2 of the limes. Juice all the fruits and keep the empty shells to serve the granita. Tip the juice, zest, lemongrass, lime leaf (if using), and sugar into a bowl.
  2. Pour over 500ml boiling water. Stir everything together until the sugar has dissolved, then leave to cool and infuse. Strain the lemon syrup into a tray and freeze as stated.
  3. Place the lemon and lime halves in the freezer and fill with granita to serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories322kcal
Protein2.74%
Fat2.19%
Carbs95.07%

Properties

Glycemic Index
31.9
Glycemic Load
48.8
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
10.046521728453%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
34.6mg
Hesperetin
88.41mg
Naringenin
4.31mg
Luteolin
3.08mg
Kaempferol
0.05mg
Myricetin
0.81mg
Quercetin
2.25mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:321.81kcal
16.09%
Fat:0.91g
1.4%
Saturated Fat:0.09g
0.56%
Carbohydrates:88.91g
29.64%
Net Carbohydrates:81.56g
29.66%
Sugar:68.12g
75.69%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:6.1mg
0.27%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.57g
5.13%
Vitamin C:115.2mg
139.64%
Fiber:7.35g
29.4%
Manganese:0.25mg
12.75%
Iron:1.91mg
10.63%
Potassium:354.43mg
10.13%
Vitamin B6:0.18mg
8.79%
Calcium:78.35mg
7.83%
Folate:28.67µg
7.17%
Copper:0.14mg
6.98%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.49%
Magnesium:21.24mg
5.31%
Vitamin B5:0.53mg
5.28%
Phosphorus:47.8mg
4.78%
Vitamin B2:0.07mg
4.08%
Vitamin E:0.46mg
3.09%
Selenium:1.45µg
2.07%
Vitamin B3:0.4mg
2.02%
Zinc:0.3mg
1.98%
Vitamin A:86.11IU
1.72%