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Red onion

About the ingredient red onion. Including 926 recipes with red onion, nutrition data, photos, and where to find it.

 

What is red onion?

Red onions, sometimes called purple onions.

These onions tend to be medium to large in size and have a mild to sweet flavor. They are often consumed raw, grilled or lightly cooked with other foods, or added as color to salads.

red onion

They tend to lose their redness when cooked.

Red onions are high in flavonoids. They can be stored 3 to 4 months at room temperature.

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Nutrition

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1 NLEA serving (148g)
Amount per Serving
Calories 47Calories from Fat 1
 % Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.1g 0%
Saturated Fat ~ -5%
Trans Fat ~
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 11mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 11.2g 4%
Dietary Fiber 1g 5%
Sugars 7.4
Protein 1.2g
Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 12%
Calcium 3% Iron 2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your caloric needs.

Where found

Red onion is usually found in the produce section or aisle of the grocery store or supermarket.

Food group

Red onion is a member of the Vegetables and Vegetable Products US Department of Agriculture nutritional food group.

How much does red onion weigh?

Amount Weight
1 onion 331 grams
1 NLEA serving 148 grams

Vegetables and Vegetable Products

In Chinese:红葱头
British (UK) term:
en français:oignon rouge
en español:cebolla roja

Recipes using red onion

There are 926 recipes that contain this ingredient.

Homemade Fish shaped Appetizer
Homemade Fish shaped Appetizer
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Tasty and nutritious appetizer for a kids party.

Homemade Birthday Gift for Kids
Homemade Birthday Gift for Kids
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Birthday are always happening year round.There are many items that you can give as gifts.But homemade gift is very special.It is tasty and nutritious gift for a kids party.

Homemade Noodles Snack
Homemade Noodles Snack
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Tasty and yummy snack.This recipe for the kids or adults.

Homemade Holiday Appetizer
Homemade Holiday Appetizer
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Everyone loves appetizers. Try this recipe. Quick and easy.

Beef and Vegetables in Red Wine Sauce
Beef & Vegetables in Red Wine Sauce
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A sophisticated main dish of beef strips marinated in red wine and accompanied by a colorful array of sweet bell peppers, this recipe is a delightful fusion of rich flavors and vibrant colors, a feast for the senses that is as visually stunning as it is gastronomically gratifying.

Homemade Breakfast Snack
Homemade Breakfast Snack
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Quick and easy breakfast recipe.

Homemade Appetizer Tree
Homemade Appetizer Tree
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Make this easy appetizer tree the next time you have a kids’ birthday party.

Amazing Egg Salad Sandwiches
Amazing Egg Salad Sandwiches
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Learn the secrets of perfecting egg salad by employing some simple cooking techniques. A classic quick and easy egg salad recipe that balances simple elements into an improved timeless classic.

Homemade Party Snack
Homemade Party Snack
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This is a great recipe for your next party. They’re shaped like a nurse’s cap! Try this recipe.

Sour Cabbage Salad
Sour Cabbage Salad
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This salad fits to pierogi with the meat filling. You may also try it with fried or grilled fish.

Yummy Burgers
Yummy Burgers
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Sour Cream Burgers recipe

Egg and Salmon Sandwich
Egg & Salmon Sandwich
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Skip the drive-thru with this gourmet Egg McMuffin replacement that's topped with smoked salmon and tomatoes.

Pizza Time - Onion, Pepper & Spinach (with optional Mushrooms)
Pizza Time - Onion, Pepper & Spinach (with optional Mushrooms)
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I made two pizzas today, but since my target audience does not much like mushrooms I only took a photo of this one.

Bruschetta Hummus Stuffed Zucchini
Bruschetta Hummus Stuffed Zucchini
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Topped with a simple bruschetta this is a perfect side dish to enjoy all summer.

Arugula, Watermelon and Feta Salad
Arugula, Watermelon & Feta Salad
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Quick and easy to prepare, and very scrumptious combination! Enjoy watermelon with the fresh arugula and greek style feta cheese!

6 Minute Veggie Salad
6 Minute Veggie Salad
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Feel too lazy to cook? Try a quick delicious and refreshing salad, serve it with a few slices of crusty bread. A quick simple and tasty yet light meal within about 6 minutes.

Olive and White Mushroom Soup with 3-colors Fusilli
Olive & White Mushroom Soup with 3-colors Fusilli
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Once upon a time I was reading a magazine article about good cooking. The journalist tried to convince me not to use some combinations of ingredients. One of the "banned" combinations mentioned was green and black olives. And so this soup was born to enjoy me.

Homemade Potato Appetizer
Homemade Potato Appetizer
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Try this recipe.They are great to serve as a party snack.

Vegetable Nachos (Improved)
Vegetable Nachos (Improved)
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A delicious one-dish meal has lots of great flavors and textures, even picky-eaters can't stop asking for more.

Homemade Croissants Appetizer
Homemade Croissants Appetizer
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This appetizer is quick and easy to make. Beautiful.

Homemade Tomato Buns
Homemade Tomato Buns
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Everyone loves tomatoes! These buns are delicious and healthy. Try my recipe.

Mexican Hot Dog
Mexican Hot Dog
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This delicious Mexican Hot dog is topped with homemade or stor-bought salsa, a bit pickled jalapeno pepper rings, and sprinkled with some Mexican cheese if you like.

Homemade Kids Birthday Party Appetizer.
Homemade Kids Birthday Party Appetizer.
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This is inexpensive gift for your kids.

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