Dietary labels are inferred automatically from Lemon peel, 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.
Very good nutrient density 48/100
How many beneficial nutrients Lemon peel, 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 peel, raw come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.
88% from carbs
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Carbs 88%16.0 g per serving
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Fat 4%0.3 g per serving
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Protein 8%1.5 g per serving
What Lemon peel, 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).
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.
| Carbohydrates | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.0 g | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.6 g | |
| Total Sugars | 4.2 g | — |
| Fats & Fatty Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 0.3 g | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | — |
| Trans Fat | 0.0 g | — |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids | 26.0 mg | — |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids | 63.0 mg | — |
| Butyric Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Caproic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Caprylic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Capric Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Lauric Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Myristic Acid | 1.0 mg | — |
| Palmitic Acid | 35.0 mg | — |
| Stearic Acid | 2.0 mg | — |
| Palmitoleic Acid | 1.0 mg | — |
| Oleic Acid | 10.0 mg | — |
| Gadoleic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Erucic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Linoleic Acid | 63.0 mg | — |
| Arachidonic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) | 0.0 mg | — |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) | 0.0 mg | — |
| Protein & Amino Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 1.5 g |
| Vitamins | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 3.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin C | 129.0 mg | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin E | 0.3 mg | |
| Vitamin K | 0.0 mcg | |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.1 mg | |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.1 mg | |
| Niacin (B3) | 0.4 mg | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.2 mg | |
| Folate (B9) | 13.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.0 mcg | |
| Pantothenic Acid (B5) | 0.3 mg | |
| Choline | 8.5 mg |
| Minerals | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 134.0 mg | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | |
| Magnesium | 15.0 mg | |
| Phosphorus | 12.0 mg | |
| Potassium | 160.0 mg | |
| Sodium | 6.0 mg | |
| Zinc | 0.3 mg | |
| Copper | 0.1 mg | |
| Selenium | 0.7 mcg |
| Sterols | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 0.0 mg | |
| Phytosterols | 35.0 mg | — |
| Other | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | 0.0 g | — |
| Caffeine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Theobromine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Ash | 0.6 g | — |
About Lemon peel, 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 peel, raw?
There are 47 calories in 100 g of Lemon peel, raw, or about 3 calories in 1 tbsp (6 g).
How much protein is in Lemon peel, raw?
Lemon peel, raw contains 1.5 g of protein per 100 g.
How many carbs are in Lemon peel, raw?
Lemon peel, raw has 16.0 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.
How much fat is in Lemon peel, raw?
Lemon peel, raw provides 0.3 g of total fat per 100 g.
What is Lemon peel, raw a good source of?
Lemon peel, raw is an excellent source of Vitamin C (143% DV) and Dietary Fiber (38% DV) and a good source of Vitamin B6, Calcium and Copper (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
