Lemon zest nutrition facts
Per 1 tsp · 2 g
of a 2,000 cal day
- Protein0g0% of calories
- Carbs0.5g100% of calories
- Fat0g0% of calories
- ✓ Low calorie
- ✓ Fat free
- ✓ Low saturated fat
- ✓ Sodium free
- ✓ Cholesterol free
At a glance
One serving of Lemon zest (1 tsp, 2 g) has 2 calories, with 0 g of protein, 0.5 g of carbohydrates and 0 g of fat. Most of its energy comes from carbs (100% of calories).
Vitamins & minerals
Amounts for 1 tsp (2 g). Bars show % of the daily value.
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Potassium | 4 mg | 0% |
How it compares
Calories per 100 g, so different serving sizes compare fairly.
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Burning 2 calories
Estimated for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult using MET values from the Compendium of Physical Activities.
- 1minWalking (3.5 mph)
- 1minCycling (moderate)
- 1minRunning (6 mph)
- 1minSwimming laps
Common questions
How many calories are in Lemon zest?
One serving of Lemon zest (1 tsp) has 2 calories, which works out to 100 calories per 100 g. That is about 0.1% of a 2,000-calorie day.
Is Lemon zest high in protein?
Not especially. It has 0 g of protein per serving, and protein supplies 0% of its calories. Foods where protein provides 30% or more of calories are generally considered protein-dense.
Is Lemon zest keto-friendly?
It is hard to fit into a strict keto diet. One serving has 0.5 g of net carbs and 100% of its calories come from carbohydrates, while most keto plans cap net carbs at 20–50 g per day.
How much sodium is in Lemon zest?
0 mg per serving, which meets the FDA definition of low sodium (140 mg or less).
