What Are Lemons and How Can I Use Them?
Here's everything worth knowing about lemons and how to pick them, what they are, how to store them, and what to use instead, plus 272 recipes to cook tonight.
What are lemons?
See: Lemon ingredient entry for detailed information about lemons.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 NLEA serving (58g)Where found
Lemons are usually found in the produce section or aisle of the grocery store or supermarket.
Food group
Lemons are a member of the Fruits and Fruit Juices US Department of Agriculture nutritional food group.
How much do lemons weigh?
| Amount | Weight |
|---|---|
| 1 cup, sections | 212 grams |
| 1 fruit (2-1/8" dia) | 58 grams |
| 1 fruit (2-3/8" dia) | 84 grams |
| 1 wedge or slice (1/8 of one 2-1/8" dia lemon) | 7 grams |
| 1 NLEA serving | 58 grams |
Related
Fruits and Fruit Juices
| In Chinese: | 柠檬 | |
| British (UK) term: | ||
| en français: | citrons | |
| en español: | limones |
Recipes using lemons
There are 272 recipes that contain this ingredient.
Spiced Baba Gannouj
Spiced baba ghanoush with broiled eggplant, lemon, olive oil, and a warming hit of allspice and cinnamon. A Middle Eastern dip with unexpected spice depth, served with pita and fresh herbs.
Lentils & Rice (Mujadara)
This is a "three-ingredient" anti-inflammatory Lebanese-inspired side dish (or vegetarian main) made with brown rice, lentils, and caramelized onions. Instant pot ready directions included.
Tabouli Herb Salad
Lebanese tabbouleh herb salad heavy on fresh parsley and mint, fine bulgur, lemon and olive oil. Served on romaine leaves, the proper Middle Eastern way.
Jane Gol's Hummus
Classic Middle Eastern hummus blended from chickpeas, tahini, garlic, and fresh lemon juice. Smooth, creamy, and ready in 10 minutes for pita, vegetables, or anything that needs a smear.
Rosemary Lemon Grilled Chicken Recipe
A sensational treat for your taste buds as well as tummy, the Rosemary & Lemon Grilled Chicken is a no-fuss recipe that can be had anytime of the day. Packed with flavours, it is a healthy and nutritious alternative to other fried chicken recipes. A meal by itself, it can also be served with a side of salad, mashed potatoes and gravy for an extravagant meal experience.
Herb-Roasted Turkey with Citrus Glaze
Herb-roasted Thanksgiving turkey with fresh sage, marjoram, and thyme tucked right under the skin and a lemon-lime glaze brushed on at the end for a glossy, citrus-bright finish. The holiday centerpiece, done simply.
Baba Gannouj (Joel Rapp)
Classic baba ghanoush with fire-charred eggplant, tahini, lemon juice, and garlic, topped with parsley and olive oil. The traditional Middle Eastern smoky eggplant dip done right.
Orange Marmalade
Old-fashioned orange marmalade simmers thin-sliced unpeeled oranges and lemons in water for 24 hours, then boils with sugar in small batches for sparkling jellied preserves. Heritage British-style recipe.
Easy Microwave Lemon Curd
No need for a double boiler with this quick and easy recipe. Its delicious lemony burst is wonderful on scones, English muffins and just about anything you want to give a little zing to.
Crock Pot Brown Sugar Apple Butter
A family favorite, try this simple recipe that makes a delicious apple butter that tastes amazing on toast!
Indian Style Lemon Rice (Nimakaya Pulihora)
Lemon Rice is one of the popular and simple dishes made during festivals in India.The Sour tangy taste makes this dish really mouth watering!!!!
Roasted Game Hens
Simple roasted Cornish game hens with lemon, onion, butter, and white wine. Elegant individual birds that roast to golden perfection in under an hour for special dinners.
Candied Lemon Rind
One of the best ways to incorporate the flavor of lemons, or any other citrus fruit for that matter, is to utilize the zest.
Carrot Jam
Why bother going to the grocery store when you can make a tasty jam that is perfect for breakfast!
Roasted Fennel & Sun dried Tomato Pasta Salad
An American invention, this pasta salad is done right. Caramelized fennel and red onions with sun-dried tomatoes with a light vinaigrette.
Mom's Best Orange Lemon Marmalade
Old-fashioned orange lemon marmalade with whole fruit, water, and sugar. The traditional 3-day method that yields a glossy, bittersweet preserve perfect for toast.
Tangy Orange Marmalade
Tangy orange marmalade made from fresh oranges and lemons with a slivered rind that suspends in jewel-like jelly. A classic small-batch preserve recipe with liquid pectin for guaranteed set.
Kiwi-Lemon Pie
Kiwi lemon pie with a tangy lemon custard filling in a graham cracker crust, topped with fresh kiwi slices and a glossy marmalade glaze. Bright, tart, and gorgeous.
Fig Marmalade
Fig marmalade pairs ripe summer figs with chopped oranges and tender lemon slices for a glossy, jewel-toned preserve. Just four ingredients, no added pectin needed. Spreads beautifully on toast, brilliant on a cheese board.
Orange, Lemon & Grapefruit Marmalade
Orange, lemon, and grapefruit marmalade slow-cooks three citrus fruits with sugar into a glossy bittersweet preserve. British-style marmalade with no commercial pectin needed.
15 Minute Perfect Shallow Poached Salmon
Incredibly quick and easy and packed with flavor. Shallow poaching keeps the flavor from leeching into the poaching liquid and then reducing the liquid to make a sauce captures every last drop of delicate flavor.
Fresh Lemon & Ginger Muffins
Lemon ginger muffins with finely chopped fresh ginger root, two tablespoons of lemon zest, and a tangy lemon-sugar dip on both sides after baking. Bright, bakery-style breakfast muffins.
Rangpur Lime Marmalade
Rangpur lime marmalade preserves whole rangpur limes and lemons in a small-batch sugar syrup over two overnight rests, sealed in jars with paraffin. Old-fashioned canning recipe.
Authentic Southern Barbecued Ribs (Secret Recipe)
Near perfect pork ribs with a beautiful sweet, tangy and sticky exterior and fall off the bone meat.
