lemons substitute
in salad.

Lemons in salad dressing provide both acid from the juice and aroma from the zest. The sub should deliver similar brightness.

top substitutes

01

Apple Cider Vinegar

10.0best for salad
1 tbsp : 2 tbsp

Fresh citrus acidity, use more as it's milder

02

Red Wine Vinegar

10.0best for salad
1 tbsp : 1 tbsp

Fresh citrus acidity, good in dressings

03

Limes

10.0best for salad
1:1

Closest citrus swap, slightly less tart

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04

Grapefruit

10.0
1 1/2:1

Less acidic, use 1.5x juice; adds bitterness

05

Tangerines

10.0
1 whole : 1 whole

Sweeter and less acidic; use zest and juice when you want bright citrus without sourness

06

Kumquats

10.0
3 whole : 1 whole

Use 3 whole kumquats per lemon; tart rind and sweet flesh work in marmalades and glazes

07

Tamarinds

10.0
1 tbsp : 1 tbsp

Sour-sweet and fruity; use pulp in dressings and curries where lemon provides acid

08

Oranges

8.0
1:1

More tart, add a pinch of sugar to balance

09

Lemon Juice

7.5
2 tbsp : 1 tbsp

Juice one lemon for about 3 tbsp fresh juice; brighter than bottled, remove seeds

10

Lime Juice

7.5
1 tbsp : 1 tbsp

Equal swap for cooking and marinades; slightly sharper with more bitterness

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