Lemon peel
Low GI
GL 3 per 100 g
- High fiber content
- May contain bitter compounds
Lemon peel has a glycemic index of 20, the same as plain Lemon (20).
Updated Jul 4, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Forms of Lemon
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Lemon peel is one of the 11,117 foods Logi scores when you photograph a meal — with the portion.
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 47 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 16 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 4.2 g |
| Natural | 4.2 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 10.6 g |
| Soluble | 3.2 g |
| Insoluble | 7.4 g |
| Protein | 1.5 g |
| Fat | 0.3 g |
| Saturated | 0.04 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.26 g |
| Sodium | 6 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- High fiber content
- Rich in antioxidants and vitamin C
- Low glycemic load
- May contain bitter compounds
- Low protein content
- Potential for pesticide residue if not organic
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Lemon peel?
Lemon peel has a glycemic index of 20 (Low) and a glycemic load of 3 per 100 g.
Is Lemon peel good for people with insulin resistance?
Lemon peel has a low glycemic index (20), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Lemon has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Lemon in this database, Preserved lemon has the lowest glycemic load (1 per 100 g).
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