Lemons or Limes?

Lemons or Limes? What is your favorite? Do you know the difference? Is there a difference?

Lemons and Limes might have a lot in common, but they are different. Some of those similarities are that they are both fruits that come from the citrus family, and both are grown all over the world even in different climates. They are both known for their acidic, sour flavor, and they are both used for their nutritional value and other household uses.

Let’s talk about those differences... lemons and limes look different by their color and sometimes their shape. While lemons are bright yellow, larger, and oval shaped, limes are green, small, and round. Lemons are sometimes sweet, while limes are sour and bitter.

These fruits are used daily in different recipes like salads, fish, desserts, and drinks. The most common uses for lemons are making lemonade and using lemon slices in water. Limes are also known for their high acidity which kills bacteria, so it’s great for cooking fish, and they are also well known for their addition to adult cocktails. Lemons are also used in cleaning products too.

So, next time you stop by the Ventura Farmers’ Market you will find a variety of lemons and limes. Some of the varieties you will find are Eureka Lemons, Meyer Lemons, and Lisbon Lemons. Some of the limes you will find are Bearss and Mexican Limes. These fruits are in season now at all of our markets.