Calorie comparison
Grapefruit vs Lemon
Per 100 grams, lemon is the lighter choice by 13 calories, while lemon delivers more protein. The right pick depends on your goal — fewer calories for a cut, more protein to stay full.
Per 100 grams
| Per 100 g | Grapefruit | Lemon |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 42 | 29 |
| Protein | 0.8 g | 1.1 g |
| Carbs | 11 g | 9 g |
| Fat | 0.1 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
🍊 Grapefruit
1/2 fruit (123 g)
52 cal
1 g protein · 13.5 g carbs · 0.1 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, grapefruit or lemon?
Per 100 g, grapefruit has 42 calories and lemon has 29. Lemon is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, grapefruit or lemon?
Grapefruit has 0.8 g of protein per 100 g; lemon has 1.1 g. Lemon wins on protein.
Is grapefruit 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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