Calories
6% of Daily kcal · low-calorie
Protein
2% RDI
Fat
1.2g sat fat
Carbs
4% RDI
Sugar
12% RDI
Fiber
5% RDI
Salt
0% RDI
Fried Onion is a crispy onion topping made by frying thinly sliced onions until golden—commonly used as a garnish on salads, casseroles, burgers and many comfort dishes for added crunch and savory flavor. It appears in Western and global cuisines as a convenient ready-to-use condiment or topping. In terms of nutrition, Fried Onion is an energy-dense, fat-forward garnish providing about 8.8g of fat per 100 g; much of the oil comes from unsaturated fats, while it contributes only small amounts of fiber and protein compared with whole vegetables. It can add pleasant texture and flavor but is typically used in small amounts. From a health perspective, fried onions are a processed, fried condiment best treated as an occasional flavor enhancer rather than a staple: they bring crunch and savory notes but relatively modest micronutrients and fiber compared with fresh or lightly cooked onions.
Vegan · Lactose free · Processed · ~1.10€/100g
Kinome Health Grade
Healthy
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Macronutrients per selected portion. Averaged from verified sources.
6% of Daily kcal · low-calorie
2% RDI
1.2g sat fat
4% RDI
12% RDI
5% RDI
0% RDI
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Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science
B · 6.7 / 10
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Yes, Fried Onions are considered healthy with a Health Grade of B. They have a strong fat quality profile.
Fried Onions are NOVA 3 - Processed.
Yes, Fried Onions are lactose free.
100g of Fried Onions contain 125 kcal, 1.2g protein, 10.5g carbohydrates, 8.8g fat, and 1.4g fiber.
Yes, Fried Onions are vegan.