TOP 10: Savory Lemon Recipes, Easy and Yummy

Cinzia Cuneo April 18, 2026 Eat Well, Recipes, TOP Tens, Vegetables

Lemon is one of the best allies in the kitchen. Whether grated for zest or squeezed for juice, lemon and lime awaken and enhance the flavor of ingredients and recipes, with a touch of acidity that makes all the difference. Because it’s so versatile, it works well from appetizers to desserts. So, here are a few suggestions for savory lemon recipes. In another article, we focus on sweet lemon recipes.

10. Chicken Piccata

Hailing from Italy, the «piccata» [pr. pih-KAH-tuh] dish consists of seasoned and floured escalopes, mostly of veal or chicken, which are quickly sautéed then served with a lemon juice and parsley sauce.

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9. Potato Purée with Olive Oil

The next time you make mashed potatoes, try this seasoning with olive oil and lemon juice. It’s the perfect side to grilled food.

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8. Scallop Ceviche

“Ceviche” [pr. seh-VEE-chee] is a Peruvian specialty popular throughout Latin America, consisting of raw fish or shellfish marinated in lime juice. The acid in the lime juice tenderizes the raw fish while turning the flesh opaque, giving it the appearance and appeal of cooked fish.

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Cinzia Cuneo, founder of SOSCuisine.com, never wanted to neglect the quality of her food. She shares her special expertise to make good food quickly and without complications!