Lemon peel, raw

Raw lemon peel scores 96 of 100, an Elite result and the second ranked food of 60 in Fruits & juices. Vitamin C dominates at 143% of the daily value per 100 grams, with dietary fiber contributing 38% DV and calcium a further 10% DV, all for just 47 calories.

Grated lemon zest flavors baked goods, dressings, and marinades, typically in amounts of a tablespoon or less, around 6 grams, so the percentages here describe the whole peel rather than a typical zesting dose. No limits were flagged for it, though baobab powder scores slightly higher within the same category for anyone comparing fruit based options.