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Echalion

Echalion 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 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.

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

Kinome Health Grade

S-

Optimal

-

Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Derived from Echalion (shallot/onion hybrid).

Calories

72 kcal

4% of Daily kcal · low-calorie

Protein

2.5 g

5% RDI

Fat

0.1 g

0g sat fat

Carbs

17 g

6% RDI

Sugar

7.9 g

16% RDI

Fiber

3.2 g

11% RDI

Salt

0 g

1% RDI

Nutrition quality

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Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

S- · 8.8 / 10

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Frequently asked

Q.01Is Echalion healthy?

Yes, Echalion is exceptionally healthy, earning an S Health Grade. It is a good source of dietary fiber (3.2g per 100g).

Q.03What NOVA processing level is Echalion?

Echalion is NOVA 1 - Unprocessed.

Q.05Is Echalion gluten free?

Yes, Echalion is gluten free.

Q.02What are the macros in Echalion?

100g of Echalion contains 72 kcal, 2.5g protein, 16.8g carbohydrates, 0.1g fat, and 3.2g fiber.

Q.04Is Echalion vegan?

Yes, Echalion is vegan.

Q.06Is Echalion lactose free?

Yes, Echalion is lactose free.

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