GoMacro
Lemon + Lemon MacroBar
TL:DR
In 2 Sentences
Double‑lemon flavor from real lemon juice powder and lemon oil in an all‑organic, vegan recipe with no sugar alcohols or whey—built as bright, chewy fuel with snack‑level protein.
When to choose GoMacro Lemon + Lemon MacroBar
Citrus lovers who want a plant‑based, gluten‑free bar for pre‑workout, hikes, or afternoon slumps—especially if you prefer straightforward ingredients over sugar‑alcohol sweetness.
What's in the GoMacro bar?
GoMacro’s Lemon + Lemon MacroBar is a fully plant-based bar built on a sprouted brown rice + pea protein blend, brightened with real lemon juice powder and lemon oil.
It leans toward energy‑bar territory—carbs and calories sit on the higher end—because the base is brown rice syrup plus crisped and puffed brown rice, while nut and seed butters supply creamy fat.
You get 10 grams of protein; the rice–pea pairing rounds out the amino acids even if it’s more snack‑level than shake‑level. Fats come mostly from cashew and sunflower seed butters, with a bit of coconut milk powder and sunflower oil—more unsaturated than saturated overall.
Net effect: fast, lemony fuel with some staying power from the fats and protein.
- Protein
- 10 g
- Fat
- 9 g
- Carbohydrates
- 38 g
- Sugar
- 8 g
- Calories
- 270
Protein
1015LOWProtein comes from a vegan blend of sprouted brown rice protein and pea protein. Rice is naturally low in lysine, and pea is rich in it, so together they deliver a more complete amino acid mix—even if the total lands at a modest 10 grams. It’s a clean, dairy‑free choice with no whey or soy.
Fat
99MIDFat is driven by cashew butter and sunflower seed butter, with supporting roles from coconut milk powder and a touch of sunflower oil. That reads mostly unsaturated fats for creaminess and satiety, though coconut contributes some saturated fat and sunflower oil is a refined seed oil. Overall, it’s a middle‑of‑the‑pack fat level—enough to help fullness without feeling heavy.
Carbs
3820HIGHCarbs run high here, driven mostly by brown rice syrup—the sticky sweetener made by breaking rice starch into simpler sugars—plus crisped and puffed brown rice for crunch, with a little maple sugar. This mix is more refined than, say, oats or sweet potato, so you’ll get quick energy; the nut and seed butters help take the edge off the spike. For steadier burn, pair it with something fiber‑rich or use it pre‑activity.
Sugar
84HIGHSweetness comes from brown rice syrup and a bit of maple sugar—added sugars rather than fruit. The sugar number on the label looks moderate, but remember rice syrup is largely maltose/maltotriose; these don’t always show up as “sugar” yet still behave like fast carbs. If you avoid sugar alcohols or artificial sweeteners, you’ll appreciate that none are used here.
Calories
270210HIGHMost calories are coming from the carb foundation (brown rice syrup and toasted rice), with a meaningful share from nut/seed fats and a smaller slice from protein. It eats more like an energy bar than a lean protein bar, which fits the grain‑and‑syrup build. Think portable snack‑meal rather than a light nibble.
Vitamins & Minerals
No standout vitamins or minerals clear the 10% Daily Value bar. The small bumps of iron and potassium likely come from the pea/rice proteins and nuts, while sunflower‑based ingredients may add a touch of vitamin E—nice, but not the main story.
Additives
The list stays familiar: grains, nut/seed butters, coconut milk powder, lemon, and oils. The refined pieces are the brown rice syrup (a processed rice‑based sweetener) and sunflower oil; there are no artificial sweeteners, sugar alcohols, or emulsifiers called out. Overall, minimal additives, with a refined binder doing the heavy lifting for sweetness and texture.
Ingredient List
Brown rice
Brown rice grain
Yellow pea seeds
Cashew kernels
Cow’s milk or cream
Dehulled whole grain rice
Sugar maple tree sap
Mature coconut fruit endosperm
Lemons
Sunflower seeds
What are people saying?
Sources
Range
“GoMacro bars are my absolute favorite. All flavors are really chewy, but I especially like the oatmeal chocolate chip because the oats and chocolate chips give it just a slight texture that pairs well with the chewy. Plus it's got good protein and is all the frees (gluten, etc.) AND they taste good, not too sweet or heavy like some protein bars are.”
“I second the GoMacro bars!! Currently it is the only solid food I tolerate (primarily tube fed). They are delicious! My favorite is the PB chocolate chip but all of their flavors that I’ve tried so far are good.”
“I really love GoMacro bars. I just ordered 5 bags of Huel and 48 GoMacro bars (24 normal and 24 minis). They are dense, so I tend to nibble on them to fulfill food cravings, and they fill me up and taste great.”
Main Praise
The big wins here are taste, texture, and simplicity. Across Reddit and Amazon, fans call GoMacro bars their favorites because they’re chewy, mildly sweet, and made with recognizable ingredients instead of sugar alcohols or artificial sweeteners.
Several people with sensitive stomachs note they tolerate these better than whey‑based bars, and one Redditor even said GoMacro was the only solid food they could handle—high praise for gentleness. Serious Eats crowned the line a top pick for folks who like to chew, which fits: Lemon + Lemon layers a refreshing citrus pop over that signature, satisfying chew.
Portability also gets kudos—these bars don’t melt into a pocket disaster, so they’re easy to stash for a workout or commute.
Main Criticism
Texture is polarizing: what reads as pleasantly chewy to some lands as dense or taffy‑like to others who prefer a crisp, crunchy bite. The protein caps at 10 grams, which is modest if you’re aiming for post‑lift numbers.
Sweetness comes from brown rice syrup and a little maple sugar, so while the label’s sugar number looks moderate, the carbs act fast for some—several Redditors in FODMAP/SIBO/IBS communities reported bloating or urgency after a bar.
Taste tests aren’t unanimous either; Verywell Fit’s panel found some GoMacro flavors muted and overly chewy compared with competitors. And compared with bargain options, the price can feel high.
The Middle Ground
Put the praise and gripes together and you get a clear picture: Lemon + Lemon is a clean, citrus‑forward energy bar with snack‑level protein and a love‑it‑or‑leave‑it chew. If you enjoy actually chewing your bar, you’ll likely side with Serious Eats and the many Reddit fans who say it’s satisfying and not too sweet.
If you want a crispy wafer or 20‑plus grams of protein, you’ll feel shortchanged. The rice‑syrup foundation is the trade: no sugar alcohols and no weird aftertaste, but quicker carbs that certain guts notice.
One FODMAP subreddit poster blamed a next‑morning tummy ache on a GoMacro; another in the same thread said these are the only bars they can tolerate. Both can be true.
The practical middle ground: reach for this when you want bright flavor and quick energy; if you’re sensitive to fast carbs, pair it with something fiber‑ or protein‑rich to slow the burn.
What's the bottom line?
GoMacro’s Lemon + Lemon MacroBar isn’t pretending to be a protein shake in bar form. It’s a thoughtfully made, all‑organic, vegan bar that trades chalky aftertastes and sugar‑alcohol sweetness for real lemon, nut‑and‑seed creaminess, and 10 grams of plant protein. The macro balance leans higher‑carb and moderate‑fat, so it behaves more like bright, portable fuel than a super‑lean nibble.
Choose it for pre‑activity, travel, or citrus‑craving afternoons—especially if you avoid whey and sugar alcohols. Skip it if you need very low carbs, dislike a substantial chew, or want 15–20 grams of protein in one go.
If you’re in the sweet spot, this is the rare lemon bar that actually works hard: sunny, simple, and satisfying. Note: it contains cashew and coconut.