Lemon
Low GI
GL 0.1 per piece (7 g) · GL 2 per 100 g
- Very low glycemic load
- Low in protein and essential minerals
Lemon has a glycemic index of 20 (Low). One piece (7 g) adds a glycemic load of 0.1.
Reviewed Jul 31, 2026 · Sources: USDA FoodData Central #167746 , Logi Nutrition Team · Not medical advice · Report an error
Forms of Lemon
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Lemon is one of the 11,117 foods Logi scores when you photograph a meal — with the portion.
Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 wedge or slice (1/8 of one 2-1/8" dia lemon) | 7 g | 0.1 |
| 1 NLEA serving | 58 g | 1.2 |
| 1 cup, sections | 212 g | 4.2 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 29 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 9.3 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 2.5 g |
| Natural | 2.5 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 2.8 g |
| Soluble | 1 g |
| Insoluble | 1.8 g |
| Protein | 1.1 g |
| Fat | 0.3 g |
| Saturated | 0.04 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.26 g |
| Sodium | 2 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Very low glycemic load
- Rich in vitamin C and antioxidants
- Low in protein and essential minerals
- Limited calorie density for satiety
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
Recipes with Lemon
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Lemon-Caper Baked Cod with Herb Butter Sauce 30 min · 7 ingredients · medium -
Mediterranean Baked Salmon with Fennel and Cherry Tomatoes 45 min · 7 ingredients · easy -
Roasted Cauliflower & Wild Rice Salad with Lentils 60 min · 11 ingredients · medium -
Chana Masala with Cucumber Raita 30 min · 16 ingredients · advanced -
Grilled White Fish Tacos with Fresh Watermelon-Avocado Salsa 25 min · 12 ingredients · medium -
Gambas al Ajillo with Sautéed Cavolo Nero 22 min · 9 ingredients · medium -
Gomen Wat with Misir Wot 50 min · 10 ingredients · medium -
Mediterranean Herb-Crusted Chicken Thighs with Charred Rosemary 55 min · 12 ingredients · medium -
Harira (Moroccan Lentil and Chickpea Soup) 50 min · 17 ingredients · medium -
Warm Garlic Butter Beans with Fresh Lemon 10 min · 5 ingredients · easy -
Blistered Shishito Peppers with Smoky Garlic Aioli 10 min · 9 ingredients · easy -
Lemon Garlic Chicken with Roasted Broccoli 35 min · 7 ingredients · easy
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Lemon?
Lemon has a glycemic index of 20 (Low). One piece (7 g) has a glycemic load of 0.1; per 100 g the glycemic load is 2.
Is Lemon good for people with insulin resistance?
Lemon 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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