Lemon

Lemon · Citrus limon

Lemon juice, raw

Nutrition facts per 100 g · edible portion

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Dietary labels are inferred automatically from Lemon juice, raw's food group, name and nutrient profile — a helpful guide, not a guarantee. Recipes and brands vary, so always read the label on packaged foods.

1%
22 kcal Calories
1%
0.4 g Protein
3%
6.9 g Carbs
0%
0.2 g Fat

Very good nutrient density 38/100

How many beneficial nutrients Lemon juice, raw delivers for its calories — scored across 24 vitamins, minerals, protein and fiber, minus saturated fat and sodium. See the most nutrient-dense foods.

Caloric ratio

Where the calories in Lemon juice, raw come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.

What Lemon juice, raw is a good source of

Stand-out nutrients per 100 g, by share of your Daily Value. Bold figures are an excellent source (20%+ DV).

Vitamin C43%

Full nutrition breakdown

  • Beneficial
  • Moderate
  • Limit
  • Neutral

Bars are shaded by how a high amount affects your diet — green for nutrients to seek out (fiber, protein, vitamins), red for those best kept low (saturated fat, sodium, cholesterol), neutral where it depends. Each bar shows the % of your Daily Value per serving.

CarbohydratesAmount% DV
Total Carbohydrate6.9 g
3%
Dietary Fiber0.3 g
1%
Starch0.0 g
Total Sugars2.5 g
Fats & Fatty AcidsAmount% DV
Total Fat0.2 g
0%
Saturated Fat0.0 g
0%
Monounsaturated Fat0.0 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.0 g
Trans Fat0.0 g
Omega-3 Fatty Acids9.0 mg
Omega-6 Fatty Acids12.0 mg
Protein & Amino AcidsAmount% DV
Protein0.4 g
1%
VitaminsAmount% DV
Vitamin A (RAE)0.0 mcg
0%
Vitamin C38.7 mg
43%
Vitamin D0.0 mcg
0%
Vitamin E0.2 mg
1%
Vitamin K0.0 mcg
0%
Thiamin (B1)0.0 mg
2%
Riboflavin (B2)0.0 mg
1%
Niacin (B3)0.1 mg
1%
Vitamin B60.0 mg
3%
Folate (B9)20.0 mcg
5%
Vitamin B120.0 mcg
0%
Pantothenic Acid (B5)0.1 mg
3%
Choline5.1 mg
1%
MineralsAmount% DV
Calcium6.0 mg
0%
Iron0.1 mg
0%
Magnesium6.0 mg
1%
Phosphorus8.0 mg
1%
Potassium103.0 mg
2%
Sodium1.0 mg
0%
Zinc0.1 mg
0%
Copper0.0 mg
2%
Manganese0.0 mg
1%
Selenium0.1 mcg
0%
SterolsAmount% DV
Cholesterol0.0 mg
0%
Phytosterols~
OtherAmount% DV
Alcohol0.0 g
Caffeine0.0 mg
Theobromine0.0 mg
Ash0.2 g

About Lemon juice, raw

The lemon (Citrus limon) is the bright yellow, intensely sour fruit of a small evergreen citrus tree, used all over the world to add acidity, brightness, and fragrance to food and drink. Its juice is roughly 5 to 6 percent citric acid, the source of that signature pucker, while the fragrant outer rind, or zest, is packed with aromatic oils that perfume everything from cakes and curds to marinades and dressings.

Lemons are a good source of vitamin C and antioxidant flavonoids, yet bring almost no calories. A squeeze lifts seafood, salads, vegetables, and sauces, balances sweetness in desserts, and keeps cut fruit from browning, while the juice is the base of lemonade and a common stand-in for vinegar. Popular varieties include the common Eureka and Lisbon and the sweeter, thin-skinned Meyer lemon, a lemon-orange hybrid.

Choose fruit that feels heavy for its size with firm, glossy skin, a sign it is full of juice, and store lemons in the refrigerator to keep them juicy for weeks.

Source: USDA FoodData Central & FooDB. Values are per 100 g, edible portion.

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Lemon juice, raw?

There are 22 calories in 100 g of Lemon juice, raw, or about 11 calories in 1 lemon yields (48 g).

How much protein is in Lemon juice, raw?

Lemon juice, raw contains 0.4 g of protein per 100 g.

How many carbs are in Lemon juice, raw?

Lemon juice, raw has 6.9 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.

How much fat is in Lemon juice, raw?

Lemon juice, raw provides 0.2 g of total fat per 100 g.

What is Lemon juice, raw a good source of?

Lemon juice, raw is an excellent source of Vitamin C (43% DV) (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.

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