On average, one lime yields about 2 tablespoons (1 fluid ounce or approximately 30 milliliters) of fresh lime juice. This is a general guideline and can vary depending on the lime's size, ripeness, and juiciness. Larger or very ripe limes may produce up to 3 tablespoons (1.5 ounces) of juice, while smaller or less juicy limes may yield less than 2 tablespoons
. To summarize typical juice amounts from one lime:
- Average lime: 2 tablespoons (1 fl oz / ~30 ml)
- Large lime: 2.5 to 3 tablespoons (1.25 to 1.5 fl oz / 37 to 45 ml)
- Small or less juicy lime: less than 2 tablespoons
For recipes, 8 medium limes generally produce about 1 cup (16 tablespoons) of lime juice
. Therefore, if a recipe calls for the juice of one lime, you can use about 2 tablespoons of fresh lime juice as a reliable estimate.
