Calorie comparison
Lemon vs Orange
Per 100 grams, lemon is the lighter choice by 18 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 | Lemon | Orange |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 29 | 47 |
| Protein | 1.1 g | 0.9 g |
| Carbs | 9 g | 12 g |
| Fat | 0.3 g | 0.1 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
🍋 Lemon
1 fruit (58 g)
17 cal
0.6 g protein · 5.2 g carbs · 0.2 g fat
🍊 Orange
1 medium (131 g)
62 cal
1.2 g protein · 15.7 g carbs · 0.1 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, lemon or orange?
Per 100 g, lemon has 29 calories and orange has 47. Lemon is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, lemon or orange?
Lemon has 1.1 g of protein per 100 g; orange has 0.9 g. Lemon wins on protein.
Is lemon or orange 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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