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Onions (Yellow) Nutrition Facts

Onions (Yellow)

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

Calories38
Protein0.8 g
Carbs8.6 g
Fat0.1 g
ProteinCarbsFat

Nutrition for 100 g

Calories38 kcal
Protein0.8 g
Total Fat0.1 g
Carbohydrates8.6 g
Fiber1.9 g
Sodium1 mg
Total Sugars5.82 g

Source: USDA FoodData Central, record 790646

Nutrients

Full nutrient profile

Proximates
Water90.1 g
Protein0.83 g
Total lipid (fat)0.05 g
Ash0.41 g
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrate, by difference8.61 g
Fiber, total dietary1.9 g
Total dietary fiber (AOAC 2011.25)2.71 g
Sugars, Total5.82 g
Sucrose1.6 g
Glucose2.31 g
Fructose1.91 g
Lactose0 g
Maltose0 g
Minerals
Calcium, Ca15 mg
Iron, Fe0.28 mg
Magnesium, Mg9 mg
Phosphorus, P34 mg
Potassium, K182 mg
Sodium, Na1 mg
Zinc, Zn0.2 mg
Copper, Cu0.035 mg
Manganese, Mn0.144 mg
Iodine, I0 ug
Selenium, Se0 ug
Vitamins and other components
Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid8.2 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 (Yellow)

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.

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