The maturity degree, phenolic compounds and antioxidant activity of Eureka lemon [Citrus limon (L.) Burm. f.]: A negative correlation between total phenolic content, antioxidant capacity and soluble solid content

•Lemons harvested in November has the best commercial quality in Chongqing.•Antioxidant capacity of lemons’ pulps and peels was highest in April fruits.•Soluble solid content of the pulps of lemon were negatively correlated with their total phenolic content and antioxidant capacity.