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How Many Calories in Lemon Peel, Raw?
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Quick reference — common serving sizes
| Amount | Calories | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| 1 oz (28g) | 13 kcal | 0.4g |
| 100g | 47 kcal | 1.5g |
| 1 tbsp | 3 kcal | 0.1g |
A lemon peel, raw contains 47 calories per 100g. A typical 1 tbsp (6g) provides about 3 calories. Lemon Peel, Raw is low in calories. Accurate tracking starts with weighing portions — a digital kitchen scale removes all the guesswork.
Lemon Peel, Raw Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per serving (6g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 47 kcal | 3 kcal |
| Protein | 1.5g | 0.1g |
| Carbohydrates | 16.0g | 1.0g |
| of which Sugars | 4.2g | 0.3g |
| Fat | 0.3g | 0.0g |
| of which Saturates | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Fibre | 10.6g | 0.6g |
| Sodium | 6.0mg | 0mg |
| Potassium | 160.0mg | 10mg |
| Calcium | 134.0mg | 8mg |
| Iron | 0.8mg | 0.0mg |
| Vitamin C | 129.0mg | 7.7mg |
| Vitamin A | 3.0µg | 0µg |
| Selenium | 0.7µg | 0µg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.1mg | 0.0mg |
% of Daily Value (per 100g)
Based on a standard 2,000-calorie reference diet — the same basis used on nutrition labels in the US and UK.
- High in fibre (38% DV) — an excellent source
- Low in saturated fat (0% DV)
- Low in sodium (0% DV)
- A good source of calcium (10% DV)
- High in vitamin C (143% DV) — an excellent source
- Calories: 2% DV
- Protein: 3% DV
- Carbohydrates: 6% DV
- Fibre: 38% DV
- Fat: 0% DV
- Saturated fat: 0% DV
- Sodium: 0% DV
- Potassium: 3% DV
- Calcium: 10% DV
- Iron: 4% DV
- Vitamin C: 143% DV
- Vitamin A: 0% DV
- Selenium: 1% DV
- Riboflavin (B2): 8% DV
Useful for tracking lemon peel, raw
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Good to know
Ripeness affects sugar content — a very ripe piece of fruit can carry noticeably more natural sugar than an under-ripe one of the same size.
Does lemon peel, raw fit your diet?
Weight management
At 47 calories per 100g, lemon peel, raw is calorie-light relative to its volume, which can help keep a meal within a calorie target without needing very small portions.
Fibre intake
Lemon Peel, Raw provides 10.6g of fibre per 100g — a meaningful contribution toward the commonly cited 25-30g daily target, which supports digestion and helps with feeling fuller for longer.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories in lemon peel, raw per 100g?
Lemon Peel, Raw contains 47 calories per 100g, based on USDA reference data.
Is lemon peel, raw high in calories?
A 1 tbsp of lemon peel, raw (6g) has around 3 calories — roughly 0% of a 2,000-calorie daily intake.
Is lemon peel, raw good for weight loss?
At 47 calories per 100g, lemon peel, raw is relatively low in calories and can fit well into a weight-loss diet. A 1 tbsp provides about 3 calories.
How much protein is in lemon peel, raw?
Lemon Peel, Raw contains 1.5g of protein per 100g.
Is lemon peel, raw a good source of fibre?
Yes — lemon peel, raw provides 10.6g of fibre per 100g, which is a meaningful contribution toward the commonly cited 28g daily reference intake.
How does lemon peel, raw compare to apples, frozen, unsweetened, heated?
Lemon Peel, Raw has 47 calories per 100g, close to apples, frozen, unsweetened, heated at 47 — 0 calories fewer per 100g. See the full macro breakdown above.
How many servings of lemon peel, raw for 20g of protein?
With 1.5g of protein per 100g, you'd need roughly 1333g of lemon peel, raw to reach 20g of protein
Foods with a similar calorie count
Other fruits closest to lemon peel, raw by calories per 100g:
| Food | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lemon Peel, Raw (this page) | 47 kcal | 1.5g | 16.0g | 0.3g |
| Apples, Frozen, Unsweetened, Heated | 47 kcal | 0.3g | 12.0g | 0.3g |
| Loquats, Raw | 47 kcal | 0.4g | 12.1g | 0.2g |
| Orange | 47 kcal | 0.9g | 11.8g | 0.1g |
| Pears, Canned, Extra Light Syrup Pack, Solids and Liquids | 47 kcal | 0.3g | 12.2g | 0.1g |
| Clementines, Raw | 47 kcal | 0.8g | 12.0g | 0.1g |
| Apples, Raw, without Skin | 48 kcal | 0.3g | 12.8g | 0.1g |
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Nutrition data: USDA FoodData Central (public domain, CC0 1.0). Values are per 100g unless stated.