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Green Onions White And Light Green Parts

The white and light green parts of green onions, also called scallions, are mild allium vegetables commonly used raw or cooked for flavor and texture. They provide a lighter onion taste than bulb onions.

Beneficial properties

low in calories source of vitamin K contains vitamin C contains antioxidant compounds supports flavor without much sodium

Nutritional highlights

Green onions provide vitamin K, vitamin C, small amounts of folate and vitamin A precursors, plus beneficial sulfur-containing phytochemicals.

Caution. As an allium vegetable, it may trigger symptoms in people sensitive to high-FODMAP foods, including some with IBS.

Conditions it helps with

Chronic Inflammation
Includes: Inflammation
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High Blood Pressure
Includes: High Blood Pressure / Hypertension
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IBS
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IBS / Sensitive Gut
Includes: Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
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