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Lemon curd
Lemon curd by Waitrose provides 355 kcal per 100 g, with 60.8 g of sugars and 3 g of protein. That is 21% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Lemon curds category. Contains: sulphur dioxide and sulphites.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 355 kcal | 332 +7% |
| Total fat | 10.6 g | 11.1 −5% |
| Saturated fat | 6.3 g | 5.7 +11% |
| Carbohydrates | 61.8 g | 55.5 +11% |
| Total sugars | 60.8 g | 50.2 +21% |
| Added sugars | 49.1 g | 45.8 +7% |
| Protein | 3 g | 2.4 +27% |
| Salt | 0.3 g | 0.2 +35% |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 126 Lemon curds products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other lemon curds
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Sugar, pasteurised free range egg SALTED BUTTER (butter milk), salf) concentrated lemon juice (8%), water, lemon oil, geling agent agar, preservative sulphur dioxide.
- Allergens
- Sulphur dioxide and sulphites
Additives 2
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Sold in
- France, United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 5000169012604
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Lemon curd?
Lemon curd contains 355 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Lemon curd?
Lemon curd has 60.8 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Lemon curd healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of E (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
What allergens does Lemon curd contain?
According to the label data it contains: Sulphur dioxide and sulphites. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 23, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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