Yes, you can eat lemon seeds! They are perfectly safe to consume and even offer nutritional benefits.
Nutritional Powerhouse
Contrary to popular belief, lemon seeds aren't just discarded waste. As stated in the provided reference, "[Lemon Seeds Aren't Just Safe To Eat], They're Loaded With Tart Flavor And Nutrients. The peel, pith, and seeds of a lemon have roughly 500% of the nutritional benefits of the juice alone." This means including the seeds in your recipes or simply swallowing them whole can add a boost of nutrients to your diet.
How to Consume Lemon Seeds
While you can swallow them whole, you may find the texture somewhat unpleasant. Here are some ways to incorporate lemon seeds into your diet:
- Grind them: Blend them into a fine powder using a spice grinder or blender and add them to smoothies, baked goods, or sauces.
- Infuse them: Add them to water or tea to create a flavorful and potentially more nutritious beverage.
- Whole: If you don't mind the texture, you can simply swallow them whole.
Potential Benefits
While more research is needed to fully understand the impact of lemon seeds on human health, their nutritional value suggests several potential benefits, including increased fiber intake and potential antioxidant effects (although these would need further scientific research to be conclusive).
