36 lime recipes

Lime recipes

Key lime pie

You can’t go wrong with a classic: try this make-ahead key lime pie for a zesty dessert to enjoy with friends.

Key lime tarts

Lime juice is paired with condensed milk to make these moreish mini key lime tarts, brilliant as part of a dinner party spread.

Lime cheesecake

Zingy lime balances the silky, creamy cheesecake in this light and fresh dessert.

Summer cordial recipes

Zesty lime cordial is paired with cucumber to make a citrussy sweet summer drink. It's great for taking to picnics.

White sparkle

Lime cordial brings plenty of zing in this sparkling party cocktail, a drink that’s guaranteed to please everyone at the table.

Avocado, courgette and lime drizzle cake

Lime juice and zest are the secret weapons in this zingy drizzle cake – an impressive recipe to add to your baking repertoire.

Pistachio and lime cake

The vibrancy of fresh lime is balanced by the earthy flavour of pistachios in this easy-yet-impressive loaf cake. It hits all the afternoon tea spots.

Mojito cake

A lighter than air sponge in a mojito-infused sugar syrup is covered with a zingy lime buttercream. So good, it’ll be hard to resist eating it all in one sitting.

Lime, mint and milk chocolate cake

Zesty lime elevates this stunning mint chocolate loaf cake, brought to you by Edd Kimber.

Boozy coco-lime pie

A boozy mash-up of a key lime pie and piña colada, try this heaped coco-lime pie for a dessert with a difference.

Harissa lime prawn cocktail

A table-ready starter that’ll go down a storm with guests, try this levelled-up prawn cocktail with plenty of fresh lime and a kick of rose harissa.

Lemon and lime tart

Edd Kimber's coconut macaroon tart, filled with zesty lemon and lime curd, is the perfect pud to serve to friends or family at any special occasion.

Lime and pistachio salmon with salsa greens

A zingy lime and toasted pistachio salsa dressing takes this salmon dish a little further, perfect for a light and summery dinner.

Charred octopus with chilli and lime romesco sauce

Chilli and plenty of lime pep up this simple, refreshing twist on the classic Spanish sauce.

Avocado, kiwi and lime ice lollies

Lime, avocado and kiwi combine to make a refreshing summer snack with plenty of zing.

Spiced root vegetable fritters with harissa and lime yogurt

A punchy harissa and lime yogurt lifts these spicy veggie fritters, making for a great snacking recipe.

Fish tikka with garlic, turmeric and lime

This healthy midweek fish tikka dish is best served with salad leaves and plenty of fresh lime wedges to garnish.

Sriracha and lime salmon with avocado cream

A punchy sriracha and lime salmon is balanced well by a soft avocado cream, making it a brilliant speedy dish to tuck into on a weeknight.

Nectarine, coconut and lime tray-tart

This fruity tray-tart promises juicy flavours, zing and sweetness – what more could you want from a summery pud?

Coconut and lime self-saucing pudding

A tropical twist on a traditionally chocolaty dessert, this knockout coconut and lime self-saucing pud provides lots of sweet and tangy flavours.

Coconut and lemongrass poached chicken with lime rice

Fluffy steam rice flavoured with zesty lime takes this poached chicken dish up a notch.

Frozen mango and lime margaritas

For a Saturday night kind of cocktail, check out these mango and zingy lime margaritas.

Grilled mackerel fillets with lime mojo

The acidity of the lime and orange work really well together with grilled mackerel fillets, making for a light and refreshing dinner.

Lime and chilli chicken sandwich

For a quick chicken sandwich with a difference, coat chicken in a delicious chilli-lime marinade and expect big, zesty flavours.

Lemon and lime puds

The acidity of the lime and lemon makes these sponge puddings a serious show-off dinner party dessert, best served with plenty of pouring cream.

Courgette and lime cake

Lime zest and juice gives this vegetable cake a zingy lift.

Sweet potato, lime and ginger soup

This bright and warming vegetarian soup gets a hit of lime and ginger for added zing.

Mini crab cakes with lime and chilli mayo

Sweet chilli, lime and mayo make the perfect dipping sauce for these crowd-pleasing mini crab cakes.

Halibut parcels with coconut cream, chilli and lime

These Asian-inspired fish parcels, featuring a brilliant balance of coconut cream, chilli and lime, are sure to go down a treat at your next BBQ.

Rainbow slaw with creamy lime and coriander dressing

A creamy lime and coriander dressing is key in this winning homemade coleslaw recipe. This side dish goes well with BBQ meats or roast chicken.

Ceviche of salmon and crab with chilli, lime, coriander and grapefruit

A citrus-chilli dressing featuring a handful of limes pairs well with fresh ceviche, making for a great appetiser or light lunch.

Lime leaf chicken with sweet chilli and peanut dipping sauce

Chicken breast is marinated in lime, garlic and honey, and served over a sweet chilli and peanut dipping sauce to make a beautiful, delicate appetiser.

Malay-grilled aubergine with ketjap manis, lime and spring onion

Limes, ginger and red chillies combine to make a punchy soy dressing that’s the perfect pairing for aubergines.

Pisco sour

Peruvian restaurant Coya's cocktail featuring Peruvian brandy, fresh lime juice and egg whites is a classic of theirs for a reason.

Easy satay sauce

Coconut milk, dried chilli flakes and lime are key ingredients in this cheat’s version of satay, perfectly paired with chicken skewers.

Jamaican rum punch

Original Flava's tropical rum punch of coconut, lime and pineapple makes the perfect thirst-quencher at summer get-togethers.

Tropical coconut and lime porridge

A tropical pairing of coconut and lime makes for a vibrant way to shake up your breakfast porridge routine.