VeganFruits

Lemon (nimbu)

Nutrition Facts Per 100g

Also known as: LEMON, NIMBU

Lemon (nimbu) is a popular fruit enjoyed across India. A 100g serving provides 29 kcal, primarily from 9.3g of carbohydrates including natural sugars. Notably, it supplies Vitamin C (approximately 64% of a typical adult's daily needs) and Dietary Fiber (approximately 9% of a typical adult's daily needs). Here is the detailed nutrition breakdown for Lemon (nimbu).

Nutrition Summary

29kcalCalories

1.1gProtein

9.3gCarbs

0.3gFat

2.8gFiber

Protein 15% Carbs 128% Fat 9%

Micronutrients

High in:Vitamin C

Calcium26.0 mg(3%)

Iron0.6 mg(5%)

Zinc0.1 mg(1%)

Potassium138 mg(5%)

Sodium2.0 mg(0%)

Magnesium16.0 mg(5%)

Phosphorus26.0 mg(4%)

Thiamin (B1)0.0 mg(3%)

Riboflavin (B2)0.1 mg(4%)

Niacin (B3)0.1 mg(1%)

Vitamin C53.0 mg(64%)

Carotenoids0 µg(0%)

β-Carotene0 µg(0%)

Vitamin A0 µg(0%)

Folate (B9)8.0 µg(2%)

Vitamin B60.0 mg(3%)

Vitamin B120 µg(0%)

Vitamin D0 µg(0%)

Vitamin E0.1 mg(1%)

Fat Breakdown4

MUFA0.0 g

PUFA0.1 g

Omega-30 g

Omega-60.1 g

Limit These2

Saturated Fat0.1 g

Cholesterol0 mg

Common Serving Sizes

1 fruit58g

17 kcal0.6g protein

1 juice30g

9 kcal0.3g protein

100 g100g

29 kcal1.1g protein

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in Lemon (nimbu)?

Lemon (nimbu) contains 29 kcal per 100g. A typical serving (1 fruit) contains approximately 17 kcal.

How much protein is in Lemon (nimbu)?

Lemon (nimbu) provides 1.1g of protein per 100g, which is approximately 2% of an average adult's daily protein needs based on Indian RDA guidelines.

Is Lemon (nimbu) good for weight loss?

Lemon (nimbu) is a low-calorie food at just 29 kcal per 100g, making it a good choice for weight-loss diets when prepared without excessive oil or sugar.

Is Lemon (nimbu) vegan?

Yes, Lemon (nimbu) is vegan — it contains no animal-derived ingredients.

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