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Red Onion, Chopped
Red onion is a pungent bulb vegetable commonly eaten raw or cooked, with a mildly sweet flavor that becomes sweeter when heated. Chopped red onion is often used in salads, salsas, sandwiches, and savory cooked dishes.
Beneficial properties
low in calories
source of antioxidants
contains fiber
supports flavor without added sodium
Nutritional highlights
Red onion provides vitamin C, small amounts of vitamin B6 and folate, dietary fiber, and antioxidant compounds such as quercetin and anthocyanins.