Lemon Turnover

A Lemon Turnover is a flaky, crescent-shaped pastry filled with a sweet and tangy lemon curd or custard. It typically features a buttery, laminated dough, similar to puff pastry, encasing a bright lemon filling. This dessert is popular in many Western countries, particularly in the United States and Europe, often found in bakeries and cafes.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This pastry is high in carbohydrates and fat, with the dough providing refined carbs and the butter or shortening contributing significant saturated fat. It offers a quick energy boost but is generally low in protein and fiber, with a rough calorie count of 300-400 per serving.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	350 kcal
Protein	4 g
Carbs	40 g
Fat	20 g
Fiber	1 g
Sugar	18 g
Sodium	220 mg
Vitamin C	6 mg
Calcium	30 mg
Iron	1.5 mg
Potassium	60 mg
Vitamin A	150 IU
Thiamin (B1)	0.1 mg
Folate	25 mcg
Phosphorus	45 mg

Per 1 turnover (approximately 90 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The turnover's shape is a classic example of portable hand-held pastries, a concept with roots in various cultures from European strudels to Middle Eastern fatayer. Nutritionally, the lemon curd filling can provide a small amount of vitamin C, though the overall dish is more of an indulgent treat than a nutrient-dense food.