Sprinkles of lemon zest are a must on top of any lemony dessert, including lemon bars, lemon pie, or a lemon-glazed pastry. Zest also adds punch to soups, salads, meat dishes, and even pasta.
Waxed are fine if you’re just using the juice. Choose unwaxed lemons if you’re planning to use the zest, or give your waxed lemons a good scrub with a vegetable brush to remove the wax.