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Refreshing lime-flavored cold drink
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Lime cold drink (240 g) has 98 calories. That works out to 41 calories per 100 g. It contains 24.7 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 14.4 mg of Vitamin C covers 16% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 63 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
98
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
24.7g
· 9% DV
Protein
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 99% · Protein 1% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 98 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 12 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 24.7 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.2 g | 0% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 98 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 41 kcal |
| 1 serving (mini) | 150 g | 62 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 200 g | 82 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 330 g | 135 kcal |
| 1 can (medium) | 330 g | 135 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 144 kcal |
| 2 cup (double) | 480 g | 197 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 205 kcal |
Calculated from 41 calories per 100 g.
Make a lime cold drink by mixing fresh lime juice with cold water and sweetener if desired. Serve it over ice; if you add zest, use only the thin green outer peel to avoid bitterness.
No, a lime cold drink is made with lime rather than lemon, so its flavor is usually sharper and more aromatic. The two citrus fruits can be swapped in many recipes, but the taste will change.
A lime cold drink is usually caffeine-free when it contains only lime, water, and sweetener. Versions mixed with tea, coffee, or energy-drink ingredients may contain caffeine, so the recipe determines the answer.
A lime cold drink can taste bitter if the white pith or seeds are crushed into it. Squeeze the fruit gently and, when using zest, grate only the thin green surface of the peel.
Yes, you can make a lime cold drink without added sugar by diluting lime juice with cold water. If the flavor is too tart, add mint or a little fruit for aroma rather than sweetening it.
Either works: still water makes a simple lime cold drink, while sparkling water gives it fizz. Add sparkling water just before serving so the bubbles do not fade while the drink sits.
Keep an opened lime cold drink tightly sealed in the refrigerator and follow its package directions for use. Homemade lime drinks are best kept covered and chilled, then consumed while their fresh citrus flavor remains.
Yes, a water-based lime cold drink contributes to your fluid intake. A very sweet version is not the best replacement for water throughout the day, so drink plain water as well.
Yes, most people can drink a lime cold drink on an empty stomach. Its acidity may bother someone prone to reflux or stomach irritation, in which case having it with food or choosing plain water may feel better.
Mint, thin lime slices, or sparkling water all pair well with a lime cold drink. Add herbs and fruit shortly before serving so their aroma stays fresh and the drink does not become overly bitter.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
14.4mg · 16% DV
B1
0.02mg · 2% DV
B2
0.02mg · 2% DV
B6
0.02mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Magnesium
7.2mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
48mg · 1% DV
Iron
0.19mg · 1% DV
Sodium
12mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 98 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Lime cold drink is a chilled beverage made with lime juice or lime flavouring, often mixed with water and sweetened to taste. It may be prepared at home or bought ready to drink. Its bright, tart citrus flavour is especially refreshing over ice, and a little mint or a slice of lime makes a simple garnish. Serve it with a meal, at a summer gathering or as a non-alcoholic option alongside snacks. It is mostly a source of carbohydrates, with negligible protein and no fat in the listed values. If you prefer a less sweet drink, use less sugar when making it or dilute it with extra water.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.