The onion, also known as the bulb onion or common onion, is a vegetable that is the most widely cultivated species of the genus Allium. Its close relatives include the garlic, leek, chive, and Chinese onion. Wikipedia
Scientific name: Allium cepa
Rank: Species
Higher classification: Onions
Did you know: The U.S. produces well over 2 million metric tons of onions annually. foodreference.com
NUTRITION FACTS
Onions
Amount Per 100 grams
Calories 40
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0.1 g 0%
Saturated fat 0 g 0%
Polyunsaturated fat 0 g
Monounsaturated fat 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg 0%
Sodium 4 mg 0%
Potassium 146 mg 4%
Total Carbohydrate 9 g 3%
Dietary fiber 1.7 g 6%
Sugar 4.2 g
Protein 1.1 g 2%
Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 12%
Calcium 2% Iron 1%
Vitamin D 0% Vitamin B-6 5%
Cobalamin 0% Magnesium 2%