Ingredient

Key West Lime Juice

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Key West lime juice is primarily used to add a distinct tart and floral …

What it is

Key West lime juice is the liquid extracted from Key limes (Citrus aurantiifolia), a small, tart variety of lime native to Southeast Asia but widely cultivated in Florida and the Caribbean. The juice is typically strained to remove pulp and seeds, and may be pasteurized for shelf stability.

Why it's used

Key West lime juice is primarily used to add a distinct tart and floral citrus flavor to foods and beverages. It is a key ingredient in Key lime pie and is also found in marinades, salad dressings, sauces, desserts, and cocktails.

Health notes

Key West lime juice is recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food ingredient. It is a source of vitamin C, an antioxidant. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated citric acid, a component of lime juice, but lime juice itself is generally considered a natural food product. At typical consumption levels, it is not associated with adverse health effects.

Allergen info

Key West lime juice is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Key West Lime Juice

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Casper's Ice Cream, Inc. Casper's, Fat Boy, Ice Cream Sandwich, Key Lime Pie-Wich, Key Lime Pie-Wich Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 244kcal 3.5Protein 8.1Fat 38.4Carbs Key Lime Pie, Key Lime The Schwan Food Company Key Lime Pie, Key Lime Other Frozen Desserts High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving High in added sugars — 54% DV per serving 359kcal 4.3Protein 17.4Fat 45.6Carbs Royal Oak Farm, Inc. Cajun-Style With Sweet Corn Butter Farro Grains, Tri-Colored Carrots, Peppers, Zucchini & English Peas Swordfish, Cajun-Style With Sweet Corn Butter Frozen Fish & Seafood High in sodium — 24% DV per serving 191kcal 10.3Protein 6.5Fat 25.3Carbs Royal Oak Farm, Inc. Garlic & Herb Tuna With Italian Spices & A Hint Of Key West Lime Juice, Garlic & Herb Tuna With Italian Spices & A Hint Of Key West Lime Frozen Fish & Seafood High in sodium — 22% DV per serving 168kcal 9.4Protein 7.1Fat 17.1Carbs Marine Harvest USA, LLC Garlic Herb Butter Atlantic Salmon Portion, Garlic Herb Butter Fish & Seafood High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 25% DV per serving 257kcal 18.6Protein 20.4Fat 0Carbs Marine Harvest USA, LLC Garlic Butter Atlantic Salmon Portion, Garlic Butter Fish & Seafood High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 27% DV per serving 257kcal 18.6Protein 19.5Fat 1.8Carbs Conagra Brands Inc CLAIM JUMPER Key Lime Pie, 36 OZ Sweet Bakery Products High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving 336kcal 4.7Protein 14.8Fat 46.1Carbs Garlic & Herb Tuna With Italian Spices, Broccoli, Onion, Farro, Garbanzo Beans & Habanero Butter, Garlic & Herb Tuna Linda's Mustard Garlic & Herb Tuna With Italian Spices, Broccoli, Onion, Farro, Garbanzo Beans & Habanero Butter, Garlic & Herb Tuna Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in saturated fat — 70% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 28% DV per serving 174kcal 12.3Protein 1.0Fat 15.6Carbs Linda's Mustard Hominy Catfish With Green Chili, Edamame, Sweet Corn Butter, Flavored With Bacon, Hominy Catfish Frozen Fish & Seafood High in sodium — 29% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 29% DV per serving 168kcal 9.4Protein 11.2Fat 6.8Carbs Key Lime Pie, Key Lime Conagra Brands, Inc. Key Lime Pie, Key Lime Other Frozen Desserts High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving High in added sugars — 68% DV per serving 333kcal 4.6Protein 13.0Fat 49.1Carbs Key Lime Pie, Lime Schwan's Company Key Lime Pie, Lime Other Frozen Desserts High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving High in added sugars — 54% DV per serving 359kcal 4.3Protein 17.4Fat 46.7Carbs Fiesta Mixed Vegetables With Plant-Based Be'F Crumble In A Creamy & Smoky Plant-Based Queso Pepper Bowl, Fiesta Conagra Brands, Inc. Fiesta Mixed Vegetables With Plant-Based Be'F Crumble In A Creamy & Smoky Plant-Based Queso Pepper Bowl, Fiesta Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 39% DV per serving 89kcal 4.9Protein 3.0Fat 10.5Carbs
Salt (18 products) Water (17 products) Lime Oil (16 products) Sugar (15 products) Natural Flavors (11 products) Corn Starch (10 products) Garlic (9 products) Dextrose (9 products) Beta Carotene (9 products) Xanthan Gum (8 products)

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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