Onions, raw
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Macronutrients
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| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 7.4 MG | 8% | |
| Thiamin | 0.0 MG | 4% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.0 MG | 2% | |
| Niacin | 0.1 MG | 1% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.1 MG | 2% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.1 MG | 7% | |
| Folate, total | 19 UG | 5% | |
| Choline, total | 6.1 MG | 1% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.0 MG | 0% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0.4 UG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 23 MG | 2% | |
| Iron, Fe | 0.2 MG | 1% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 10 MG | 2% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 29 MG | 2% | |
| Potassium, K | 146 MG | 3% | |
| Sodium, Na | 4 MG | 0% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.2 MG | 2% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.0 MG | 4% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.1 MG | 6% | |
| Selenium, Se | 0.5 UG | 1% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Very low in calories (40 kcal per 100g), suitable for weight management.
- Very low in fat (0.1g per 100g).
About Onions, raw
Raw onions are mostly water and carbohydrate, with most of that carbohydrate coming from fructooligosaccharides that give them both their sweetness and their role as a prebiotic food. Protein and fat are minimal, and fiber is modest. The pungent sulfur compounds responsible for the eye-watering quality when cutting raw onions mellow considerably with heat. Raw, they add sharp bite to salads, salsas, and sandwiches; cooked, they become a foundational flavor builder in nearly every cuisine.
Dietary Information
Onions, raw is considered low-fat, very low in calories, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Calorie Breakdown
At 40 calories per 100 grams, Onions, raw gets 11% of its calories from protein, 93% from carbohydrates, and 2% from fat. This is lower than most foods and comparable to fruits and vegetables.
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