Quick Tips: Lemon and Lime Juice

Test Kitchen Question: How can you extract the most juice from a lemon or lime, without working too hard?Answer: Heat the lemon or lime in the microwave for about 30 seconds on high power. The intense heat ruptures the cells of the citrus, so an average squeeze quickly yields most of the juice.From: Linda S. Gossett, MPA, CFCSA squeeze of fresh lemon or lime is a great low-fat, low-sodium topper for salads, rice, fish, chicken, most vegetables and water. Citrus can boost the flavor of many dishes. Scientists are now researching the healing properties of phytochemicals found in citrus called limonoids. These have been show to help fight cancers of the mouth, skin, lung, breast, stomach and colon. And now researchers believe they may have a beneficial effect on cholesterol.