Echalion (shallot/onion hybrid)

Echalion (shallot/onion hybrid) is a mild-flavored allium — a cultivated hybrid between shallots and onions — used in European and global cuisines where a subtler, slightly sweet onion note is desired. It’s commonly used raw in dressings and salsas or gently cooked into sauces, sautés and roasts. Nutritionally, Echalion (shallot/onion hybrid) is a low-fat vegetable that provides a modest amount of fiber — 3.2g per 100g — along with small amounts of protein and B vitamins; it also contributes trace minerals that add to its nutritional value without many calories. From a health perspective, echalions offer the usual benefits of onions and shallots: fiber and micronutrients plus plant compounds with antioxidant activity. They’re a flavorful way to add aroma and nutrients to dishes without adding much fat or salt.Read more

Vegan · Lactose free · Gluten free · Unprocessed · ~0.60€/100g