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Young green onion
Calories & nutrition facts
tops only
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 27 kcal —
- Protein 1 g 2%
- Carbohydrate 3.9 g 1%
- Fat 0.5 g 1%
- Saturated fat 0.2 g 1%
- Fibre 1.8 g 6%
- Sugars 3.9 g —
- Sodium 15 mg 1%
- Cholesterol 0 mg 0%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 200 µg 22%
- Vitamin C 13.4 mg 15%
- Vitamin D 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin E 0.21 mg 1%
- Vitamin K 156 µg 130%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.03 mg 3%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.03 mg 2%
- Niacin (B3) 0.33 mg 2%
- Pantothenic acid (B5) 0.14 mg 3%
- Vitamin B6 0.09 mg 5%
- Folate (B9) 30 µg 8%
- Vitamin B12 0 µg 0%
- Choline 4.3 mg 1%
Minerals
- Calcium 52 mg 4%
- Iron 0.51 mg 3%
- Magnesium 16 mg 4%
- Phosphorus 25 mg 2%
- Potassium 159 mg 3%
- Zinc 0.2 mg 2%
- Copper 0.03 mg 3%
- Manganese 0.15 mg 7%
- Selenium 0.5 µg 1%
Similar foods
- Young green onion topsyoung green, tops only27 kcal / 100 g
- Spring onionsbulbs only, raw35 kcal / 100 g
- Spring onion or scallionincludes tops and bulb, raw32 kcal / 100 g
- Scallion spring onionraw23 kcal / 100 g
- Small onionsraw42 kcal / 100 g
- Welsh onionboiled26 kcal / 100 g
- Chive or spring onionfresh31 kcal / 100 g
Questions about Young green onion
Are young green onions the same as spring onions?
The names are often used for closely related young onions with slender green tops and a small white base. They are usually used in the same way, though spring onions may have a more developed bulb.
Do you use the green tops as well as the white part?
Yes: both are edible. Slice the white and pale-green parts for cooking, and add the darker tops near the end or scatter them over the finished dish so they stay fresh and bright.
How do you cook young green onions without burning them?
Slice them and cook briefly over a medium heat, stirring often; they soften in a few minutes. For a smoky flavour, grill them whole over high heat, turning until tender and lightly charred.
How should you store young green onions?
Keep them unwashed in the fridge, wrapped loosely in a damp paper towel inside a bag or container. Trim off any slimy or wilted ends before use, and wash the onions just before slicing.
What dishes are young green onions good in?
Stir them into fried rice, noodle dishes, omelettes and soups, or use them as a fresh topping for baked potatoes and savoury pancakes. They also make a good base for a quick onion oil or dressing.
What can you use instead of young green onions?
Use finely sliced chives for a milder, delicate finish, or a little leek for a more substantial cooked substitute. A small amount of finely chopped onion can work in cooked dishes, but tastes sharper.
Can you eat young green onions raw?
Yes. Wash them well, trim the root end and any damaged leaves, then slice them into salads, dips or sandwiches. Their raw flavour is sharper than when cooked.
Source: Canadian Nutrient File 5413 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
