Details about Onions
Also known as Bulb onions, Common onions, Garden onions
Onions are a cool-season, biennial crop that belongs to the Allium family, which also includes garlic, leeks, and chives. They are grown for their edible bulbs, which come in a range of colors, including yellow, brown, white, and red.
Adding flavor and depth to cuisines worldwide
Nutrition
Raw onions are low in calories and rich in nutrients. One 100-gram serving of raw yellow/brown onion contains approximately 44 calories, 1.1 grams of protein, 0.1 grams of fat, 11.3 grams of carbohydrates and 2.6 grams of dietary fiber. They are also a good source of essential vitamins and minerals, including 10 milligrams of calcium, 0.3 milligrams of iron, 20 milligrams of magnesium, 20 milligrams of phosphorus, 146 milligrams of potassium, 1.5 milligrams of zinc, 8 milligrams of vitamin C, 0.5 milligrams of vitamin E, 0.2 milligrams of vitamin K and various B vitamins.
Storage
Onions require cool, dry and well-ventilated storage conditions to maintain quality
Storage conditions:- Temperature: 0°C to 4°C (32°F to 39°F)
- Humidity: 80% to 90%
High temperature and humidity can lead to sprouting and decay.
Packaging
Well-ventilated bags, mesh bags or boxes
Shelf life
1 to 8 months
