Meyer Lemons Delivery or Pickup

Meyer lemons are named after the American explorer who discovered them in China and brought them back to the United States in the early 1900s. Though it's not proven, it's believed that Meyer lemons were formed from cross-breeding a mandarin orange and a standard lemon. Through the Meyer lemon has been in the United States for quite some time, it wasn't until Martha Stewart started using them in her recipes that this fruit became widely popular.

Meyer lemons are about the size of a standard lemon but are sometimes smaller. The skin of a Meyer lemon is a deeper yellow with orange hues compared to other lemons. Meyer lemons also have thinner skin, with less of a pith than other lemons. This pith is less bitter as well.

The Meyer lemon is described as having a sweeter taste than other lemons. The flavor has floral hints and can taste spiced when the fruit is ripe. This applies to both its juice and flesh. This lower level of acidity allows the Meyer lemon to be applied in recipes that might not benefit from the stronger, more acidic tastes of a standard lemon.

Meyer lemons are a winter crop, so you might find the freshest selection during the colder months of the year, from November to March. However, Meyer lemons grow throughout the year, so don't shy away from them from spring to autumn.

Meyer lemons and other lemons continue to ripen after they're taken off the tree. If you get a lemon that has a tinge of green to it, you can hold onto it for a few days until it's ready to be used. Avoid buying lemons with soft spots or signs of damage. 

You can shop for Meyer lemons via the Instacart app or website. We'll connect you with your favorite local stores right from your phone or computer! Instacart lets you fill a virtual cart with the grocery items and supplies you need and place an order for pick-up or delivery. A shopper will help you pick out your items and prepare them for delivery in as little as 2 hours! You can leave notes in your order to help the shopper select the freshest Meyer lemons. If your to-do list is long and your time is short, Instacart can help you get things done.

You should wash your Meyer lemons before you prepare them, whether you plan on using the peel or not. If you're using the Meyer lemon's peel for zest, be careful with your grater or knife, as the skin can take less of a punch than other lemons. If you just want the flesh, simply cut the Meyer lemon in half or quarters longways to juice it, squeeze it onto a salad, or throw it into a drink for a boost in sweetness.

Hundreds, if not thousands, of recipes call for lemons. Meyer lemons can substitute standard lemons in pretty much any recipe. Because of the Meyer lemon's sweeter flavor, they really shine when it comes to sweet baked goods. However, you may want to adjust how much sugar you put into your recipe if you're using Meyer lemons. Use your Meyer lemons to make everything from lemon curd and lemon meringue to adding a little extra flavor to your fish fillets.