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Fried Onion

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

B

Healthy

-

Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Derived from Fried Onions.

Calories

125 kcal

6% of Daily kcal · low-calorie

Protein

1.2 g

2% RDI

Fat

8.8 g

1.2g sat fat

Carbs

11 g

4% RDI

Sugar

5.8 g

12% RDI

Fiber

1.4 g

5% RDI

Salt

0 g

0% RDI

Nutrition quality

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Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

B · 6.7 / 10

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Frequently asked

Q.01Is Fried Onion healthy?

Yes, Fried Onion is considered healthy with a Health Grade of B. It has a strong fat quality profile.

Q.03What NOVA processing level is Fried Onion?

Fried Onion is NOVA 3 - Processed.

Q.05Is Fried Onion lactose free?

Yes, Fried Onion is lactose free.

Q.02What are the macros in Fried Onion?

100g of Fried Onion contains 125 kcal, 1.2g protein, 10.5g carbohydrates, 8.8g fat, and 1.4g fiber.

Q.04Is Fried Onion vegan?

Yes, Fried Onion is vegan.

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