"One average, one lime contains 2 tablespoons of juice and 2 teaspoons of zest. However, should you get a lime that's on the more pithy end, you can estimate an average of about 1 tablespoon of juice. Similarly, with a lime on the more juicy and plump side, you'll get an average of up to 3 tablespoons. So if your recipe calls for a certain amount of lime juice, you can use those estimates to ensure you're prepared with enough limes."
"Should your estimates come up short, and you aren't in fact prepared, you can try using this knife hack to extract the most juice out of your limes. While, in a pinch, you can swap fresh lime juice for store-bought lime juice - or even another citrus such as a lemon or grapefruit - keep in mind that the flavor will vary significantly, so it's best to use fresh lime whenever it's available."
An average lime yields about 2 tablespoons of juice and 2 teaspoons of zest, with pithy limes giving around 1 tablespoon and plump limes up to 3 tablespoons. Rolling and smelling a lime and choosing heavier fruit with a slight give indicate juiciness. Smooth, thin skin is preferable; rough, off-green or brown skin signals the fruit is past peak. A knife technique can help extract extra juice when needed. Store-bought lime juice or other citrus can substitute in a pinch, but flavor differences make fresh lime the preferred choice.
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