What To Do With Surplus Lemons? (50 List)
Lemons are a versatile and flavorful fruit that can be used in a variety of dishes and drinks. They are high in vitamin C and add a tart, fresh taste to any recipe. A surplus of lemons can be a great problem to have, as there are many delicious and creative things that can be done with them.
One popular use for surplus lemons is to make lemonade. Lemonade is a classic summer drink that can be made by mixing freshly squeezed lemon juice with sugar and water. It is a refreshing and healthy alternative to soda or other sugary drinks. Another option is to freeze the lemon juice in ice cube trays, so it’s readily available to add to drinks or recipes.
Lemons can also be used to make dressings, marinades, and sauces. The acidity of the lemon can help to brighten up flavors and cut through rich or fatty flavors. For example, lemon juice can be used in a vinaigrette for a salad, or as a marinade for chicken or fish. Lemon zest, or the outer layer of the lemon peel, can also be used to add lemon flavor to baked goods, sauces, or any other recipe.
List of 50 things to do with surplus lemons:
- Make lemonade
- Freeze lemon juice in ice cube trays
- Use in dressings and marinades
- Use in sauces
- Add to water or tea
- Use in baked goods
- Add to soups
- Use in cocktails
- Add to stir-fries
- Use in dressings for pasta salad
- Make lemon curd
- Use in salad dressings
- Use in hummus
- Make lemon syrup for pancakes or waffles
- Use in a salsa
- Use in guacamole
- Use in dips
- Use in a crab boil
- Use in grilled vegetables
- Add to rice or grains
- Use in a chicken or fish marinade
- Add to baked chicken or fish
- Use in a shrimp scampi
- Use in a tomato sauce
- Use in a beurre blanc sauce
- Add to a pesto sauce
- Use in a salad with fruit and nuts
- Use in a quinoa or grain salad
- Add to a smoothie
- Use in a fruit salad
- Use in a cheesecake
- Add to a marinara sauce
- Use in a roasted vegetable dish
- Use in a glaze for roasted meats
- Use in a glaze for baked goods
- Add to a veggie burger
- Use in a tuna salad
- Use in a potato salad
- Add to a mayonnaise based sauce
- Use in a gazpacho
- Use in a coleslaw
- Add to a bean salad
- Use in a caprese salad
- Add to a potato soup
- Use in a chicken noodle soup
- Add to a beef stew
- Use in a tomato soup
- Add to a chicken or vegetable broth
- Use in a chowder
- Add to a greek yogurt dip.