Lemon Peel, c/s
Lemon peel is the outer skin of the citrus fruit of the same name, which is technically referred to as the exocarp. The peel actually consists of two components - the flavedo and the outer white pith of the rind. Because the peel is where the essential oils of the fruit reside, it retains robust flavor, even when dried.
Origin: USA
Recipe to try
Peach & Basil Spiced Breakfast Quinoa with Lemon Peel, c/s
Serves: 2
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon Lemon Peel, c/s
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup ripe peach, pitted and diced
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh basil
- ½ cup dry quinoa, rinsed
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla Bean Sugar
Method
- Simmer the root or peel in 1 cup water, covered, for 8 minutes. Strain out the pieces and top the liquid back up to 1 cup.
- Bring the prepared mixture and quinoa to a gentle boil in a saucepan. Cover, reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes, until tender.
- Rest off the heat for 5 minutes. Fluff and fold in the fruit, fresh basil and sugar. Divide into two breakfast bowls.
Further reading
For independent information about botanicals and their safety, see the NIH Herbs at a Glance directory. Research on other preparations does not establish an effect for this product.
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