Which has more calories, fig or lemon?

Per 100 g, fig has 74 calories and lemon has 29. Lemon is lower in calories.

Which has more protein, fig or lemon?

Fig has 0.8 g of protein per 100 g; lemon has 1.1 g. Lemon wins on protein.

Is fig or lemon better for weight loss?

For a calorie deficit, the lower-calorie, higher-protein option usually helps you stay full on fewer calories. Here that leans toward lemon — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.

Calorie comparison

Fig vs Lemon

Per 100 grams, lemon is the lighter choice by 45 calories, while lemon delivers more protein. The right pick depends on your goal — fewer calories for a cut, more protein to stay full.

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Per 100 grams

Per 100 g	Fig	Lemon
Calories	74	29
Protein	0.8 g	1.1 g
Carbs	19 g	9 g
Fat	0.3 g	0.3 g

Orange highlights the "better for a calorie deficit" value (fewer calories, fat and carbs; more protein). Your goals decide what "better" means.

Per typical serving

🪵 Fig

1 fig (50 g)

37 cal

0.4 g protein · 9.5 g carbs · 0.2 g fat

🍋 Lemon

1 fruit (58 g)

17 cal

0.6 g protein · 5.2 g carbs · 0.2 g fat

Frequently asked

Which has more calories, fig or lemon?
Per 100 g, fig has 74 calories and lemon has 29. Lemon is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, fig or lemon?
Fig has 0.8 g of protein per 100 g; lemon has 1.1 g. Lemon wins on protein.
Is fig or lemon better for weight loss?
For a calorie deficit, the lower-calorie, higher-protein option usually helps you stay full on fewer calories. Here that leans toward lemon — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.

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