Food guide

Lemongrass

A fibrous citrus stalk bruised into Southeast Asian soups and curries, then usually removed.

Plant-Based

Nutrition per 100 g

Standardised to 100 g of lemongrass, raw for fair comparison. Typical serving: 10 g raw — 10 kcal per 10 g serving.

Nutrition information for Lemongrass
Nutrient	Per 100 g	Per serving (10 g)	Per 100 kcal
Energy	100 kcal	10 kcal	100 kcal
Protein	2 g	0.2 g	2 g
Carbohydrate	25 g	2.5 g	25 g
Fat	0 g	0 g	0 g
Fibre	0 g	0 g	0 g

Figures are typical values and vary with variety, preparation and brand.

Micronutrients

Vitamins and minerals per 100 g of lemongrass, with a typical serving and FDA Daily Value for adults.

Micronutrients for Lemongrass
Nutrient	Per 100 g	Per serving (10 g)	% DV
Vitamins
Vitamin A	0 µg	0 µg	0%
Vitamin C	2.6 mg	0.26 mg	3%
Vitamin D	0 µg	0 µg	0%
Thiamin	0.065 mg	0.007 mg	5%
Riboflavin	0.14 mg	0.014 mg	11%
Niacin	1.1 mg	0.11 mg	7%
Vitamin B6	0.08 mg	0.008 mg	5%
Folate	75 µg	7.5 µg	19%
Vitamin B12	0 µg	0 µg	0%
Pantothenic acid	0.05 mg	0.005 mg	1%
Minerals
Calcium	65 mg	6.5 mg	5%
Iron	8.2 mg	0.82 mg	46%
Magnesium	60 mg	6 mg	14%
Phosphorus	101 mg	10.1 mg	8%
Potassium	723 mg	72.3 mg	15%
Sodium	6 mg	0.6 mg	<1%
Zinc	2.2 mg	0.22 mg	20%
Selenium	0.7 µg	0.07 µg	1%
Copper	0.27 mg	0.027 mg	30%
Manganese	5.2 mg	0.52 mg	226%

Source: USDA FoodData Central — Lemon grass (citronella), raw

% DV uses FDA Daily Values for adults. Nutrients that USDA does not report for this entry are omitted. Values vary with variety, preparation and brand.

Why eat lemongrass?

A commonly eaten food that can sit in a balanced pattern when portions are honest.
A fibrous citrus stalk bruised into Southeast Asian soups and curries, then usually removed.

How to include it

Use in the usual way for this food, and keep an eye on the stated serving.
Typical pairing ideas: Coconut milk, Chili, Fish.

Things to consider

Preparation and added fat, salt or sugar change the numbers more than the raw food does.

Educational content. This article is for general information and is not medical advice. Speak to a qualified health professional about your individual circumstances.