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Apple vs Lemon: Calories Compared
Lemon is lower in calories (29 vs 52 per 100g). Apple has 0.3g protein per 100g versus 1.1g in Lemon.
Per typical serving, Apple provides 95 kcal (based on a 182g portion) versus Lemon at 61 kcal (212g). The average adult needs around 2,000 calories per day, so apple contributes 4.7% and lemon contributes 3.1% of that daily target per serving. Getting these numbers right for your own portions starts with a digital kitchen scale.
Full nutrition comparison (per 100g)
| Nutrient | Apple | Lemon |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 52 kcal | 29 kcal |
| Protein | 0.3g | 1.1g |
| Carbohydrates | 13.8g | 9.3g |
| of which Sugars | 10.4g | 2.5g |
| Fat | 0.2g | 0.3g |
| of which Saturates | 0g | 0g |
| Fibre | 2.4g | 2.8g |
| Sodium | 1mg | 2mg |
| Potassium | 107mg | 138mg |
| Calcium | 6mg | 26mg |
| Iron | 0.1mg | 0.6mg |
| Vitamin C | 4.6mg | 53mg |
| Vitamin A | 3µg | 1µg |
| Selenium | 0µg | 0µg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0mg | 0mg |
Nutrient-by-nutrient breakdown
- Calories: Apple has more (52kcal vs 29kcal per 100g) — a difference of 23kcal. Lemon is the lower-calories option if that is your priority.
- Protein: Lemon has more (1.1g vs 0.3g per 100g) — a difference of 0.8g. Lemon is the stronger source of protein here.
- Carbohydrates: Apple has more (13.8g vs 9.3g per 100g) — a difference of 4.5g.
- Sugars: Apple has more (10.4g vs 2.5g per 100g) — a difference of 7.9g. Lemon is the lower-sugars option if that is your priority.
- Fat: Lemon has more (0.3g vs 0.2g per 100g) — a difference of 0.1g. Apple is the lower-fat option if that is your priority.
- Saturated fat: both foods contain the same amount (0g per 100g).
- Fibre: Lemon has more (2.8g vs 2.4g per 100g) — a difference of 0.4g. Lemon is the stronger source of fibre here.
- Sodium: Lemon has more (2mg vs 1mg per 100g) — a difference of 1mg. Apple is the lower-sodium option if that is your priority.
- Potassium: Lemon has more (138mg vs 107mg per 100g) — a difference of 31mg. Lemon is the stronger source of potassium here.
- Calcium: Lemon has more (26mg vs 6mg per 100g) — a difference of 20mg. Lemon is the stronger source of calcium here.
- Iron: Lemon has more (1mg vs 0mg per 100g) — a difference of 0mg. Lemon is the stronger source of iron here.
- Vitamin c: Lemon has more (53mg vs 5mg per 100g) — a difference of 48mg. Lemon is the stronger source of vitamin C here.
- Vitamin a: Apple has more (3µg vs 1µg per 100g) — a difference of 2µg. Apple is the stronger source of vitamin A here.
- Selenium: both foods contain the same amount (0µg per 100g).
- Riboflavin (b2): both foods contain the same amount (0mg per 100g).
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| Nutrient | Apple | % DV | Lemon | % DV |
|---|
* % Daily Value based on a 2,000-calorie reference diet, the same basis used on nutrition labels in the US and UK. Figures update live as you change the amounts above — no page reload.
Substituting one for the other
Most fruits can be swapped in recipes like smoothies, salads or baking with only minor changes to sweetness and moisture content.
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Which should you choose?
If your priority is fewer calories, Lemon is the lower-calorie option at 29 kcal per 100g. If you need more protein, Lemon provides more at 1.1g per 100g. For lower carbohydrates, Lemon has fewer carbs at 9.3g per 100g.
Both apple and lemon can form part of a healthy, balanced diet. The best choice depends on your individual goals — whether that is weight management, muscle building, or simply hitting your daily nutritional targets. A meal prep container set makes it easy to portion whichever you choose.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has more calories, Apple or Lemon?
Apple has 52 calories per 100g while Lemon has 29 calories per 100g. Apple is higher in calories by 23 kcal per 100g.
Which has more protein, Apple or Lemon?
Apple contains 0.3g of protein per 100g. Lemon contains 1.1g of protein per 100g. Lemon has more protein.
Is Apple healthier than Lemon?
Apple has 52 kcal, 0.3g protein, 13.8g carbs and 0.2g fat per 100g. Lemon has 29 kcal, 1.1g protein, 9.3g carbs and 0.3g fat per 100g. Which is healthier depends on your goals — higher protein, lower calorie and lower fat foods are generally preferred for weight management.
Which has more fibre, Apple or Lemon?
Apple contains 2.4g of fibre per 100g, and Lemon contains 2.8g per 100g. Lemon has more fibre. Fibre supports digestion and helps with feeling fuller for longer.
How many calories per serving — Apple vs Lemon?
A typical 1 medium apple of apple (182g) is around 95 calories. A typical 1 lemon of lemon (212g) is around 61 calories — a difference of 34 kcal per serving in favour of lemon.
Can I substitute Apple for Lemon in recipes?
Most fruits can be swapped in recipes like smoothies, salads or baking with only minor changes to sweetness and moisture content.
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Figures per 100g from the USDA FoodData Central database (CC0 1.0).