Lemon zest



Nutrition Facts*

Based on a 2000 calorie diet per serving
Serving size: 1 tsp (2g)
DV %

0
--
0.1
0.8
0
0
0.1
0


Calories: 0.9
Total Sugars: 0.1g
Carb.: 0.3g
Fiber: 0.2g
Total Fats: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Protein: 0g
Sodium: 0.1mg
*Data provided by USDA

The outermost part of a lemon rind, used for flavouring.


Lemon zest is often found in recipes that also contain cornstarch, blueberries, buttermilk, lemon juice, Dijon mustard and baking powder


Substitution for 1 teaspoon lemon zest:

2 tablespoon lemon juice

Note: Substitutions are a suggestion only and may not work well with all recipes. Use your best judgment!

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