Citrus, vinegar, wine and broth
Substitutes for lemon juice
Lemon juice brings acid and a fresh citrus smell. Any acid replaces the sourness; only citrus brings the aroma.
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Lime juice
- How much
- The same amount
- What changes
- A different, more floral aroma; works almost everywhere.
- Best in
- Dressings, marinades, baking, drinks.
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Bottled lemon juice
- How much
- The same amount
- What changes
- More sour and flatter; fine in cooking and baking, less bright in dressings and drinks.
- Best in
- Cooking, baking.
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White wine vinegar or white vinegar
- How much
- Half as much
- What changes
- Sharper, with no citrus aroma. Savory dishes only.
- Best in
- Dressings, marinades, sauces.
Good to know
- A medium lemon gives about 2 to 3 tbsp juice.
Simmerbee recipes with lemon juice (60)
- Air-Fryer Falafel Patties
- Avocado BLT with Lemon Pepper Mayo
- Buttermilk Herb Ranch-Style Dressing
- Chunky Blue Cheese Dressing
- Cinnamon Apple Galette
- Classic Creamy Chicken Salad Sandwiches
- Classic Creamy Egg Salad Sandwich
- Classic Cucumber Tzatziki
- Classic Double-Crust Apple Pie
- Classic Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup
- Classic Lemon Bars with Shortbread Crust
- Classic Parsley Tabbouleh
- Classic Tuna Salad Sandwich
- Crispy Pan-Fried Falafel with Tahini Sauce
- Crispy Parmesan Lemon Roasted Broccoli
- Crumb-Topped Apple Pie
- Easy Caesar Salad with Homemade Croutons
- Easy Summer Berry Galette
- Everyday Red Lentil Dal
- Extra-Smooth Classic Hummus
- Fresh Basil Pesto Pasta
- Fresh Raspberry Lemonade
- Fresh Strawberry Lemonade
- Fresh-Squeezed Classic Lemonade
- Garlic Butter Green Beans
- Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi with Linguine
- Glazed Blueberry Lemon Scones
- Greek Red Wine Vinaigrette
- Greek-Style Lemon Oregano Roasted Potatoes
- Grilled Chicken Souvlaki with Tzatziki
On those recipes, tap Swaps next to the ingredient for the short version.
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