Lemon Pepper

SpiceCitrusCitrusyPepperyZestyAromaticBrightSavory

Nutrition (per 100 g)

Calories: 240
Protein (g): 10
Fat (g): 3
Carbs (g): 60
Fiber (g): —
Sodium (mg): —

Values vary by brand and salt content; blends with added salt or sugar will shift sodium and calorie numbers.

Storage

Room temp: up to 730 days
Refrigerated: up to 0 days
Frozen: up to 0 days

Lemon pepper is a dry seasoning blend of dried lemon peel and black pepper, often speckled with bright yellow zest and coarse pepper shards. It delivers a zesty citrus snap with a peppery bite, ideal for quick rubs, finishing shakes, and marinades; sold as fine to coarse blends, sometimes with salt or citric acid. Cooks use it to season poultry, seafood, vegetables, and creamy dips or dressings.

The blend gained popularity in the United States in the late 20th century and spread through casual dining and home grilling culture. Commercial versions typically dehydrate lemon zest before blending with cracked or ground pepper and optional salt, sugar, and aromatics.