Lime juice (fresh)
Low GI
GL 4.8 per cup (242 g) · GL 2 per 100 g
- Very low glycemic load
- Low fiber content
Lime juice (fresh) has a glycemic index of 20 (Low). One cup (242 g) adds a glycemic load of 4.8.
Reviewed Jul 31, 2026 · Sources: USDA FoodData Central #168156 , Logi Nutrition Team · Not medical advice · Report an error
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Lime juice (fresh) is one of the 11,117 foods Logi scores when you photograph a meal — with the portion.
Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 fl oz | 31 g | 0.6 |
| 1 cup | 242 g | 4.8 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 25 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 8.4 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 1.7 g |
| Natural | 1.7 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0.2 g |
| Soluble | 0.08 g |
| Insoluble | 0.12 g |
| Protein | 0.4 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g |
| Saturated | 0 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.1 g |
| Sodium | 2 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Very low glycemic load
- Low glycemic index
- Natural and unprocessed
- Low fiber content
- Minimal nutritional density beyond vitamin C
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
Recipes with Lime juice (fresh)
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Aguachile Verde 20 min · 8 ingredients · medium -
Bò Lúc Lắc (Shaking Beef) with Watercress Salad 25 min · 12 ingredients · advanced -
Guacamole with Jicama Sticks 15 min · 8 ingredients · medium -
Moqueca — Bahian Coconut Fish Stew 35 min · 12 ingredients · medium -
Peruvian Ceviche with Avocado 25 min · 8 ingredients · medium -
Som Tam — Green Papaya Salad 20 min · 11 ingredients · advanced -
Thai Chili-Lime Tofu & Broccoli Stir-Fry 22 min · 8 ingredients · medium
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Lime juice (fresh)?
Lime juice (fresh) has a glycemic index of 20 (Low). One cup (242 g) has a glycemic load of 4.8; per 100 g the glycemic load is 2.
Is Lime juice (fresh) good for people with insulin resistance?
Lime juice (fresh) has a low glycemic index (20), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
How does Lime juice (fresh) affect blood sugar?
Lime juice (fresh) has a glycemic load of 2 per 100g, which indicates a minimal impact on blood sugar levels.
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