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Onions (Yellow) Nutrition Facts

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

Total Sugars5.82 g

Sodium1 mg

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

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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Dinner

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Dinner

Braised Chicken Thighs with Spinach

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395 kcal · P 32 g · C 58.7 g · F 3.8 g

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