Onion
Recipes featuring Onion
Nutritional Content (per 100g)
1.2
%
Proteins
Bulb vegetable, minimal protein.
0.1
%
Fats
No measurable fat content.
9.0
%
Carbohydrates
1.7
%
Fiber
Layers contain soluble fiber (inulin).
4.2
%
Sugar
Health Scores
1/100
Proteins
Bulb vegetable, minimal protein.
0/100
Fats
No measurable fat content.
1/100
Fiber
Layers contain soluble fiber (inulin).
72/100
Vitamins
Some vitamin C, B6, but overall moderate in vitamins.
75/100
Antioxidants
Oleuropein and hydroxytyrosol offer significant antioxidant punch.
87/100
Prebiotic
Detailed Nutritional Information
Proteins
1.2 % per 100g
Bulb vegetable, minimal protein.
Fats
0.1 % per 100g
No measurable fat content.
Carbohydrates
9.0 % per 100g
Fiber
1.7 % per 100g
Layers contain soluble fiber (inulin).
Sugar
4.2 % per 100g
Proteins
Quality score: 1/100
Bulb vegetable, minimal protein.
Fats
Quality score: 0/100
No measurable fat content.
Fiber
Quality score: 1/100
Layers contain soluble fiber (inulin).
Vitamins
Quality score: 72/100
Some vitamin C, B6, but overall moderate in vitamins.
Antioxidants
Quality score: 75/100
Oleuropein and hydroxytyrosol offer significant antioxidant punch.
Prebiotic
Quality score: 87/100
Healthy Recipes with Onion
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Thieboudienne
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Sarmale
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Bulgogi
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Scallop ceviche
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Empanadas de Pino
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Feijoada
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Zurek
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Pho
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Greek Salad
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Poutine
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Manti
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butternut squash risotto
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Colcannon
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Yam porridge
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Feijoada
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Miso soup
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Kibbeh
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Cock-a-leekie soup
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Soup Joumou
A pumpkin soup made with beef, vegetables, and pasta, served on Independence Day.
Couscous
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Burritos
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Cepelinai
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Tzatziki
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Risotto
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Ratatouille
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Peking Duck
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Whitebait Fritters
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Nasi Goreng
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Kokoda
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Hummus
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Palak Paneer
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French onion soup
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Merguez
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Egusi Soup
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Gobi Manchurian
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Mici
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Quiche Lorraine
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Fajitas
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Kalakukko
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Mujadara
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Bobotie
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Pierogi
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Ratatouille
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French onion soup
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Miso Soup with Seaweed
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Yassa
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Empanadas
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Bunny Chow
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Shallot tart
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Risotto with barley
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beer-battered onion rings
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Fufu
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Chestnut soup
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Moules marinières
A classic French dish of mussels cooked in white wine, garlic, shallots, and parsley.
Jollof Rice
A vibrant rice dish cooked with tomatoes, onions, and spices, often paired with chicken or fish.
Pork Belly Bao
A steamed bun filled with tender pork belly, pickled vegetables, hoisin sauce, and fresh herbs.
Diri Ak Djon Djon
Black mushroom rice cooked with herbs and spices.
Black Bean Chili
A hearty and flavorful dish made with black beans, tomatoes, onions, peppers, and spices, often served with rice or cornbread.
Suya
Spiced grilled meat skewers served with a peanut dipping sauce.
Šaltibarščiai
A cold beet soup made with kefir and dill, served as a refreshing appetizer.
Doro Wat
A rich stew made with chicken, berbere spices, and boiled eggs, served with injera.
Collard Green Stir-Fry
A quick and flavorful dish featuring sautéed collard greens, garlic, onions, and spices, perfect as a side or light main course.
Greek Salad
A refreshing Mediterranean salad with tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, olives, and feta cheese, dressed with olive oil and oregano.
Kibbeh Nayeh
Raw minced lamb mixed with bulgur and spices, served with olive oil.
Fatteh
A layered dish of bread, chickpeas, yogurt, and tahini.
Garlic chicken
A flavorful dish featuring chicken cooked with garlic, often enhanced with herbs, spices, and a savory sauce.
ginger chicken
A flavorful dish featuring tender chicken cooked with ginger, garlic, soy sauce, and aromatic spices, often served with rice or noodles.
Green bean casserole
A classic American casserole made with green beans, cream of mushroom soup, and crispy fried onions.
Cod fritters
A savory dish made with salted cod mixed into a seasoned batter, deep-fried until golden and crispy.
Omelette
A classic dish made with beaten eggs cooked in a pan, often filled or topped with ingredients like cheese, vegetables, meats, or herbs.
Parmesan Risotto
A creamy Italian rice dish cooked with broth and flavored with Parmesan cheese, butter, and onions.
Clam chowder
A creamy soup made with clams, potatoes, onions, and celery, often enriched with milk or cream.
Tagine
A slow-cooked stew of meat, vegetables, and fragrant spices, traditionally cooked in a tagine pot.
Fish Couscous
A tunisian alternative to the Couscous, made of steamed semolina grains served with vegetables and fish.
carrot soup
A creamy and comforting soup made from blended carrots, onions, garlic, and vegetable broth, often seasoned with herbs and spices.
Chivito
A sandwich filled with steak, ham, cheese, and fried eggs.
Leek and potato soup
A creamy and comforting soup made with leeks, potatoes, onions, and broth, often blended until smooth and served warm.
Onion rings
A classic appetizer featuring sliced onions coated in seasoned batter or breadcrumbs, deep-fried until golden and crispy.
Shallot confit
A slow-cooked dish of shallots simmered in olive oil or fat until tender and caramelized, often used as a condiment or accompaniment.
Tabbouleh
A fresh salad made with parsley, bulgur, tomatoes, and lemon juice.
Branzino al Forno
A Mediterranean dish featuring whole roasted sea bass seasoned with olive oil, garlic, herbs, and lemon, baked to tender perfection.
Tofu scramble
A vegan dish made with crumbled tofu seasoned with spices and vegetables, resembling scrambled eggs.
Bechamel sauce
A creamy white sauce made with butter, flour, and milk, often used as a base for other sauces or in dishes like lasagna and gratins.
Lechon
A whole pig roasted over a spit, known for its crispy skin and juicy meat.
Manty
Dumplings stuffed with spiced meat, often served with yogurt sauce.
Khinkali
Juicy dumplings filled with spiced meat, often eaten with hands to enjoy the broth inside.
Goulash
A hearty stew made with beef, paprika, onions, and potatoes.
Kjøttkaker
Meatballs made with spiced ground meat, often served with brown sauce and potatoes.
Mango salsa
A vibrant and refreshing condiment made with ripe mangoes, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, and chili peppers, offering a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and spicy flavors.
Socca
A thin, crispy chickpea flour pancake from the South of France, often seasoned with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Duck Confit
A French dish of duck legs slow-cooked in their own fat until tender, often served with potatoes or vegetables.
Moules-frites
A Belgian dish consisting of mussels cooked in a flavorful broth served with crispy fries.
Dal Tadka
A popular Indian dish made with lentils cooked with onions, tomatoes, and spices, often tempered with ghee, garlic, and chili for added flavor.
beer-braised pork belly
A rich and tender dish featuring pork belly braised in beer, infused with savory and malty flavors, often served with a caramelized glaze.
Red Wine Risotto
A creamy Italian rice dish cooked with red wine, onions, garlic, and Parmesan cheese, offering a rich and tangy flavor.
Kibbeh
A mix of minced lamb or beef with bulgur and spices, often served raw or baked.
Plov
A hearty dish of rice, carrots, and lamb cooked with aromatic spices.
