Vegetables

Onions (Red) Nutrition Facts

Onions (Red) are a vegetable whose variety, edible portion, and raw or cooked state affect its composition. They provide dietary fiber, potassium, and vitamin C.

Calories44

Protein0.9 g

Carbs9.9 g

Fat0.1 g

ProteinCarbsFat

Nutrition for 100 g

Calories44 kcal

Protein0.9 g

Total Fat0.1 g

Carbohydrates9.9 g

Fiber2.2 g

Sodium1 mg

Total Sugars5.76 g

Source: USDA FoodData Central, record 790577

Nutrients

Full nutrient profile

Proximates

Water88.6 g

Protein0.94 g

Total lipid (fat)0.1 g

Ash0.43 g

Carbohydrates

Carbohydrate, by difference9.93 g

Fiber, total dietary2.2 g

Total dietary fiber (AOAC 2011.25)3.97 g

Sugars, Total5.76 g

Sucrose1.68 g

Glucose2.29 g

Fructose1.79 g

Lactose0 g

Maltose0 g

Minerals

Calcium, Ca17 mg

Iron, Fe0.24 mg

Magnesium, Mg11.4 mg

Phosphorus, P41 mg

Potassium, K197 mg

Sodium, Na1 mg

Zinc, Zn0.17 mg

Copper, Cu0.058 mg

Manganese, Mn0.119 mg

Iodine, I0 ug

Selenium, Se0.5 ug

Vitamins and other components

Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid8.1 mg

Biotin0 ug

Interesting fact

Sweet Without The Sugar Bowl

One medium raw onion carries 9 grams of naturally occurring sugars and 20% of the Daily Value for vitamin C, with only 5 mg of sodium.

Source: FDA

Practical guidance

How to choose and store Onions (Red)

How to choose

Choose firm, unbruised produce with no soft spots or damage. If buying pre-cut or bagged, pick only packs kept refrigerated or on ice.

Storage

Refrigerate perishable produce at 40°F (4°C) or below, and refrigerate anything pre-cut or packaged. Wash under running water just before eating.

100 g

P 0.8gC 9.1gF 0.1g

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