Meyer Lemon Recipes

Meyer lemons are a fragrant citrus fruit with a thin golden peel, floral aroma, and a sweeter, less acidic flavor than regular lemons. Their mellow tartness makes them especially useful in recipes where you want bright citrus without sharp bitterness.

Use Meyer lemons in vinaigrettes, marinades, lemon bars, cakes, curds, roasted vegetables, seafood, chicken, pasta, and cocktails. Both the juice and zest are valuable: the juice adds gentle acidity, while the zest brings concentrated citrus perfume.

Because Meyer lemons are naturally aromatic and slightly sweet, they work beautifully in simple recipes where the lemon flavor can stand out, such as lemon butter sauce, citrus salad dressing, marmalade, and creamy desserts.