Fresh lemon juice
Low GI
GL 0.1 per piece (6 g) · GL 1 per 100 g
- Very low glycemic load
- Negligible fiber content
Fresh lemon juice has a glycemic index of 20 (Low). One piece (6 g) adds a glycemic load of 0.1.
Reviewed Jul 31, 2026 · Sources: USDA FoodData Central #167747 , Logi Nutrition Team · Not medical advice · Report an error
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 wedge yields | 6 g | 0.1 |
| 1 fl oz | 31 g | 0.3 |
| 1 cup | 244 g | 2.4 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 22 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 6.9 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 2.5 g |
| Natural | 2.5 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0.3 g |
| Soluble | 0.1 g |
| Insoluble | 0.2 g |
| Protein | 0.4 g |
| Fat | 0.2 g |
| Saturated | 0 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.1 g |
| Sodium | 1 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Very low glycemic load
- High water content/hydration
- Rich in vitamin C/antioxidants
- Negligible fiber content
- Limited nutrient density per serving
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
Recipes with Fresh lemon juice
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Adana Kebab with Çoban Salatası 25 min · 12 ingredients · advanced -
Avgolemono with Pearl Barley 45 min · 13 ingredients · advanced -
Baba Ganoush with Crudités and Wholegrain Pita 35 min · 11 ingredients · medium -
Fattoush with Wholegrain Pita Chips 17 min · 13 ingredients · advanced -
Ful Medames (Egyptian Stewed Fava Beans) 20 min · 8 ingredients · medium -
Insalata di Mare 35 min · 12 ingredients · advanced -
Königsberger Klopse in Caper Cream Sauce with Celeriac Mash 40 min · 16 ingredients · advanced -
Low-GI Bircher Muesli with Grated Apple and Walnuts 250 min · 8 ingredients · medium -
Low-GI Bratapfel with Walnut-Cinnamon Filling 45 min · 10 ingredients · medium -
Low-GI Coronation Chicken Salad 25 min · 12 ingredients · medium -
Low-GI Fiskesuppe — Salmon and Celeriac Cream Soup 40 min · 11 ingredients · advanced -
Low-GI Rote Grütze with Quark 20 min · 8 ingredients · medium
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Fresh lemon juice?
Fresh lemon juice has a glycemic index of 20 (Low). One piece (6 g) has a glycemic load of 0.1; per 100 g the glycemic load is 1.
Is Fresh lemon juice good for people with insulin resistance?
Fresh lemon juice 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.
How does Fresh lemon juice affect blood sugar?
Fresh lemon juice has a glycemic load of 1 per 100g, which indicates a minimal impact on blood sugar levels.
Related foods
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