Lime-and-Macadamia Nut Tart

Health score
1%
Lime-and-Macadamia Nut Tart
45 min.
8
470kcal

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Indulge your taste buds with a delightful Lime-and-Macadamia Nut Tart, a dessert that perfectly balances the zesty brightness of fresh lime juice with the rich, buttery flavor of macadamia nuts. This tart is not just a feast for the palate; it’s a visual treat as well, with its vibrant green filling and elegant garnishes of toasted macadamia nuts and whipped cream. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply looking to satisfy your sweet tooth, this tart is sure to impress.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe serves eight and packs a punch with 470 calories per serving. The combination of graham cracker crust and a luscious lime filling creates a harmonious blend of textures and flavors that will leave your guests raving. The use of fresh lime juice and grated lime rind infuses the tart with a refreshing citrus aroma, while the finely chopped macadamia nuts add a delightful crunch.

Perfect for any occasion, this Lime-and-Macadamia Nut Tart is a wonderful way to celebrate the flavors of summer, even in the cooler months. So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to create a dessert that’s not only delicious but also a showstopper on your table!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons butter 
  • tablespoons butter melted
  • large eggs 
  • 5.3 ounce graham crackers crushed ()
  • 0.5 cup juice of lime fresh ( 6 large limes)
  • 1.5 tablespoons lime rind grated
  • 0.5 cup macadamia nuts finely chopped
  • slices garnishes: macadamia nuts toasted
  • 0.3 cup sugar 
  • cup sugar 

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • wire rack
  • tart form

Directions

  1. Stir together first 4 ingredients. Firmly press crumb mixture evenly on bottom and up sides of a 10-inch tart pan.
  2. Bake crust at 350 for 7 to 9 minutes. Cool on wire rack.
  3. Whisk together eggs, grated lime rind, and fresh lime juice in a non-aluminum saucepan over low heat.
  4. Add 1 cup sugar, 6 tablespoons melted butter, and if desired, food coloring; cook, whisking constantly, 8 minutes or until lime mixture is thickened and bubbly.
  5. Let cool 15 to 20 minutes.
  6. Pour filling into prepared crust; cover and chill 4 hours or until set.
  7. Remove sides of tart pan, and garnish, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories470kcal
Protein5.78%
Fat54.05%
Carbs40.17%

Properties

Glycemic Index
39.52
Glycemic Load
32.07
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
8.0556521571201%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.33mg
Hesperetin
1.84mg
Naringenin
0.1mg
Quercetin
0.08mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:470kcal
23.5%
Fat:28.98g
44.58%
Saturated Fat:9.65g
60.29%
Carbohydrates:48.46g
16.15%
Net Carbohydrates:47g
17.09%
Sugar:36.34g
40.38%
Cholesterol:162.07mg
54.03%
Sodium:345.39mg
15.02%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.97g
13.95%
Manganese:0.37mg
18.28%
Selenium:12.13µg
17.33%
Vitamin A:848.6IU
16.97%
Vitamin B2:0.25mg
14.49%
Phosphorus:135.66mg
13.57%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.02%
Iron:1.79mg
9.94%
Folate:29.28µg
7.32%
Magnesium:28.5mg
7.13%
Vitamin E:1.04mg
6.96%
Vitamin B5:0.68mg
6.81%
Zinc:0.99mg
6.58%
Vitamin C:4.99mg
6.05%
Vitamin B12:0.36µg
6.03%
Fiber:1.47g
5.86%
Vitamin B6:0.11mg
5.68%
Copper:0.1mg
5.2%
Calcium:51.63mg
5.16%
Vitamin D:0.75µg
5%
Vitamin B3:0.98mg
4.92%
Potassium:142.88mg
4.08%
Source:My Recipes