Lemon zest
Lemon zest is the outermost part of the peel of a lemon. It is a popular ingredient in cooking and baking, known for its strong lemony flavour and aromatic qualities. The zest is rich in essential oils that give foods a bright and citrusy taste.
To make lemon zest, you simply grate the yellow part of a lemon peel using a grater or a zester. It is important to only grate the outer layer to avoid the bitter white pith underneath. The fine shreds of zest can then be used in a variety of dishes to enhance their flavour.
Lemon zest is commonly used in both sweet and savoury dishes to add a refreshing kick of citrus flavour. It is often found in recipes for cakes, cookies, marinades, dressings, and salads. The zest can elevate the taste of dishes like lemon drizzle cake, lemon pasta, or lemon-infused seafood, giving them a zesty and fresh twist. Its appearance on food labels indicates that the product likely has a bright and tangy flavour profile.
Foods in the CalorieStar database containing Lemon zest
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Tesco Chicken & Avocado Sandwich
Sainsbury's Classic Cumberland Fish Pie
M&S Courgette & Halloumi Triangles
Tesco Finest Smoked Scottish Salmon & Cream Cheese Sandwich
Sainsbury's Fruity Hot Cross Buns, Taste the Difference
Sainsbury's Lemon & Herb Queen Green Olives
Sainsbury's Lemon Cake, Taste the Difference
Wicked Kitchen Moroccan-Inspired Bowl
M&S Our Best Ever Fishcake
Ginsters Piri Piri Slice
Sainsbury's Slow Cooked British Rotisserie Style 1/2 Chicken With A Herby Marinade
Sainsbury's Spinach & Feta Tart, Taste the Difference
LEON Vegan Hummus With Evoo
