{"data":{"name":"Lime peel","slug":"lime-peel","scientific_name":"Citrus aurantiifolia","alternate_names":["Dayap","balat"],"category":{"name":"Fruits","slug":"fruits"},"description":"Lime peel (the outer green part of the lime), usually used as flavoring or zest in drinks, desserts, and dishes.","common_uses_philippines":["Lime juice with zest (pang-imbak na flavor)","Sinigang na may calamansi\/lime zest","Ginataang gulay with citrus zest","Fruit salad with lime peel","Turon with citrus-lime flavoring"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":100},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":121,"protein_g":3.4,"fat_g":0.2,"saturated_fat_g":0.03,"carbohydrates_g":26.5,"fiber_g":18.3,"sugars_g":7.2,"sodium_mg":10,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":110,"calcium_mg":240,"cholesterol_mg":0,"iron_mg":1.4,"monounsaturated_fat_g":0.01,"phosphorus_mg":52,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":0.06,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":9,"total_ash_g":1.7,"unsaturated_fat_g":0.07,"vitamin_a_ug":0,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.07,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.06,"vitamin_b3_mg":1,"vitamin_c_mg":76,"water_g":68.2},"serving_suggestions":[],"health_notes":{"summary":"Lime peel is rich in dietary fiber (about 18.3 g per 100 g), which can help keep you full and support regular digestion. It also has low fat and very low sodium, so it adds flavor without much added salt. The carbohydrates include some sugars, but when lime peel is used as zest\/flavoring (small amounts), it mainly contributes taste and fiber rather than large sugar intake. Saturated fat is also low, which is good for keeping meals lighter.","healthier_tips":["Use lime peel as zest or thin strips for flavor\u2014start with a small amount per serving.","Pair it with balanced meals: add it to rice meals with lean ulam (fish\/chicken\/tofu) and lots of gulay.","If you\u2019re making drinks, avoid adding too much sugar; let the lime peel do the work for aroma.","Since it\u2019s high in fiber, if you\u2019re not used to it, increase gradually and drink enough water.","For snacks, try lime peel in yogurt or fruit mixes instead of sugary toppings."]},"data_quality":{"source":"DOST-FNRI Philippine Food Composition Tables","source_code":"ph_fct","daily_values_reference":"RENI 2002","notes":["Values are estimates per 100g edible portion.","Actual nutrients may vary by preparation and variety."]},"links":{"self":"https:\/\/api.juanutrisyon.info\/api\/foods\/lime-peel?agent=true"}}}