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Date-and-nut based lemon-flavored energy snack
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (small) of Lemon energy ball (25 g) has 98 calories. That works out to 390 calories per 100 g. It contains 13 g of carbs, 2.1 g of protein, 4.5 g of fat and 1.9 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 8% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (small) · 25 g
98
KCAL / 25G
Carbs
13g
· 5% DV
Protein
2.1g
· 4% DV
Fat
4.5g
· 6% DV
Fiber
1.9g
· 7% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 52% · Protein 8% · Fat 40%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 98 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.5 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 0.6 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 4.5 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 13 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% |
| Protein | 2.1 g | 4% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 98 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 20 g | 78 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 30 g | 117 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 35 g | 137 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 45 g | 176 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 50 g | 195 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 234 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 75 g | 293 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 390 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 120 g | 468 kcal |
Calculated from 390 calories per 100 g.
Lemon energy balls are usually made with dates, nuts, and lemon zest or juice, blended into a mixture that can be rolled by hand. Recipes may also include oats, coconut, or seeds, so the texture and ingredients vary.
To make lemon energy balls, blend soft dates with nuts until the mixture sticks together, then add lemon zest. Roll the mixture into small balls and chill them so they firm up before serving.
Lemon energy balls are often too sticky when the dates are very moist or the mixture is warm from blending. Chill the mixture before rolling, or mix in a little more ground nuts or oats until it is easier to handle.
Yes, you can make lemon energy balls without dates by using another soft, sticky dried fruit, such as figs or apricots. The flavor and sweetness will change, and you may need to adjust the amount of nuts to get a rollable mixture.
Lemon zest is usually the better choice for lemon energy balls because it gives a strong citrus flavor without adding much liquid. A small amount of juice also works, but too much can make the mixture wet and difficult to shape.
No, lemon energy balls are usually a no-bake snack. The dates bind the nuts and other ingredients together, and chilling helps the shaped balls firm up. Baking them can dry out the mixture and change the texture.
To stop lemon energy balls from falling apart, make sure the dates are soft and blend the mixture until it clumps when pressed. If it still seems dry, add a little nut butter or water; if it is wet, add ground nuts.
Lemon energy balls keep best in a sealed container in the refrigerator, where they stay firm and are less likely to dry out or absorb other odors. Homemade batches are best eaten within several days, especially when made with fresh ingredients.
Yes, lemon energy balls freeze well. Freeze them in a single layer first, then transfer them to a sealed freezer-safe container so they do not stick together. Thaw the amount you want in the refrigerator before eating.
Lemon energy balls can work as a portable snack before a workout because dates provide carbohydrates and nuts add staying power. Their nuts and fiber may feel heavy for some people, so try one well before exercise rather than immediately beforehand.
Vitamins
Biotin
1µg · 3% DV
Vitamin E
0.48mg · 3% DV
B3
0.45mg · 3% DV
B6
0.05mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.07mg · 8% DV
Manganese
0.18mg · 8% DV
Phosphorus
41mg · 6% DV
Magnesium
21mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
105mg · 3% DV
Sodium
4.5mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 98 calories in 1 piece (small) (25 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
A Lemon energy ball is a small, usually no-bake snack made from dates and nuts, with lemon flavour for a bright, tangy edge. It is a modern snack rather than a dish tied to one particular place, and is often made at home as well as sold ready-made. The texture is dense, chewy and slightly sticky, balancing the dates’ sweetness with citrus freshness.
Enjoy one between meals, take it along for a busy day, or serve it with tea or coffee. A small piece is about 25 g; dates and nuts make it a compact source of energy, while it also provides fibre (7.5 g per 100 g). For a lighter snack, keep to one piece and pair it with an unsweetened drink.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.6g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.03g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.9g
Omega 6:3 ratio 40:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (40:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.