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Red Onion

Red Onion is a pungent, slightly sweet member of the allium family widely used in salads, salsas, sandwiches and many cooked dishes for color and bite. It adds crisp texture and a bright onion flavor in cuisines around the world, from Mediterranean to South Asian cooking. Nutrition-wise Red Onion is very low in energy and provides modest amounts of fiber and protein, and it supplies small but useful amounts of vitamin C (7.4mg per 100g) plus trace minerals. Onions also contribute sulfur-containing compounds and flavonoids that give them their characteristic aroma and some antioxidant activity. From a health standpoint this is a generally nutritious, low-calorie vegetable that supports flavor without many added calories; its phytochemicals are associated with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects when included regularly in the diet.

Vegan · Lactose free · Gluten free · Unprocessed · ~0.04€/100g

Kinome Health Grade

A+

Excellent

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Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Averaged from verified sources.

Calories

40 kcal

2% of Daily kcal · low-calorie

Protein

1.1 g

2% RDI

Fat

0.1 g

0g sat fat

Carbs

9.3 g

3% RDI

Sugar

4.2 g

8% RDI

Fiber

1.7 g

6% RDI

Salt

0 g

0% RDI

Nutrition quality

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Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

A+ · 8.7 / 10

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Frequently asked

Q.01Is Red Onion healthy?

Yes, Red Onion is very healthy with a Health Grade of A+. It is a good source of dietary fiber (1.7g per 100g).

Q.03What NOVA processing level is Red Onion?

Red Onion is NOVA 1 - Unprocessed.

Q.05Is Red Onion gluten free?

Yes, Red Onion is gluten free.

Q.02What are the macros in Red Onion?

100g of Red Onion contains 40 kcal, 1.1g protein, 9.3g carbohydrates, 0.1g fat, and 1.7g fiber.

Q.04Is Red Onion vegan?

Yes, Red Onion is vegan.

Q.06Is Red Onion lactose free?

Yes, Red Onion is lactose free.

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