Description: Lemons are, well, lemon shaped – bright rich yellow with a textured skin

 

Availability: Year-round

 

Facts: Although lemon is primarily used as a flavor for cooking, it also makes a refreshing drink and has other uses in decorating and cleaning.

 

Serving Size = 1/2 CUP

 

Selection: Choose lemons with firm, thin, smooth skin,

heavy for size.

 

Storage: Refrigerate up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition Benefits: Fat free; saturated fat free; sodium free; cholesterol free; low calorie; high in vitamin C.