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. 2023 Feb 8;28(4):1636. doi: 10.3390/molecules28041636

Table 1.

Compositions and potential food applications of citrus fruits.

Citrus Source Part Composition Food Application References
Citron Peel, pulp Antioxidants, vitamin C, phenols, flavanols Carbonated drinks, alcoholic beverages, jams, syrup [36]
Lemon Peel Vitamin C, pectin, phenols, carotenoids Edible coatings, use as film matrixes [37,38]
Sweet orange Peel Narirutin, naringin, quinic acid, sakuranetin Enhance vegetable oil oxidative stability, candied orange peel, salad dressings, desserts [39,40]
Grapefruit Peel Naringin, naringenin, flavonoids, phenols Jam making, sauces, dessert recipes, flavoring of beverages [32,41]