Paleta de Limón
Paleta de Limón is a classic Mexican frozen treat, essentially a lime-flavored popsicle. It's made from a simple base of fresh lime juice, water, and sugar, often with a pinch of salt to enhance the flavor. This refreshing dessert is a staple in Mexican cuisine, especially popular during hot weather.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This is primarily a source of simple carbohydrates from sugar, providing a quick energy boost with minimal fat or protein. A single paleta typically contains around 60-100 calories, with key nutrients being vitamin C from the lime juice and some electrolytes from the added salt.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 80 kcal |
| Protein | 0.5 g |
| Carbs | 20 g |
| Fat | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 18 g |
| Sodium | 10 mg |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg |
| Potassium | 40 mg |
| Calcium | 10 mg |
| Magnesium | 5 mg |
| Phosphorus | 10 mg |
| Iron | 0.2 mg |
| Vitamin A | 5 mcg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.02 mg |
Per 1 popsicle (80 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, the paleta represents the vibrant tradition of Mexican frozen confections (paletas), which often feature fresh fruit. Its simplicity makes it a universal, nostalgic treat, and the inclusion of salt is a classic Mexican technique to balance sweetness and amplify the citrus flavor.
