Lemons
Lemon is a bright yellow citrus fruit with a tart, sour juice used worldwide in cooking, drinks, and cleaning.
Storage
Countertop: Keeps fresh for only about 1 week at room temperature.
Refrigeration (Whole): Lasts 3 to 4 weeks in an airtight plastic bag or produce bag with excess air removed.
Refrigeration (Cut): Lasts 3 to 4 days if placed cut-side down on a paper towel inside a sealed container or specialized saver pod.
Usage
Lemons are versatile citrus fruits used for cooking, baking, natural cleaning, and health. Their juice, zest, and peel enhance savory dishes and sweet treats, deodorize appliances, dissolve soap scum, and provide a healthy dose of vitamin C.
Recipes
Shrimp Ceviche (also from farm stand: cucumbers, tomato, cilantro, avocado, jalapeno)
Lemon Rice (also from farm stand:dill, parsley)
Lemon Rasam (also from farm stand: green chiles)
