Organic
Onion, Bunch
"Adding flavor to your dishes one bunch at a time"
A bundle of onions connected at the base, often with green onion stalks, offering a versatile and aromatic ingredient for various culinary needs
Also known as
Spring Onion, Scallion, Green Onion, Shallots
Botanical name
Allium ampeloprasum
Product Details
PLU Code
93402
5-digit code
Category
Vegetables
Leeks › All Sizes
Origin
Asia, Europe, Americas
Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Shelf Life
2-3 months
Status
Approved
About Onion, Bunch
Characterized by its strong flavor and fragrance, onions are a fundamental component of many cuisines worldwide, and are rich in fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants
Nutrition Information
Onions are low in calories and rich in fiber, vitamins and minerals. One medium onion weighing approximately 110g is composed of 89% water and provides 44 calories, 1.1g protein, 11.1g carbohydrates, 0.8g sugars, 2.6g fiber, and 0.1g fat.
The mineral content in onions includes 0.3 mg manganese, 0.2 mg copper, 0.8 mg phosphorus, 0.4 mg magnesium, 1.8 mg potassium, 0.4 mg iron, and 0.2mg zinc.
Onions are also a good source of vitamins, with the same 110g serving size providing 0.1 mg vitamin B6, 0.2 mg vitamin E, 10.2 mcg vitamin K, 3.7 mg vitamin C, and small amounts of vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, and B5.
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for leeks. Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Humidity
95-100%
Packaging
Vented packaging or bags
Shelf Life
2-3 months
Storage Notes: Leeks need very high humidity to prevent wilting and should be kept as cold as possible without freezing, away from ethylene-producing products. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 379-381.
Applies to: leeks.
Not verified by this source: packaging (retained from earlier enrichment).
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4-digit codes: Conventional produce
93000-94999: Organic form of an assigned 3000-4999 code
83000 series: Future conventional assignments
84000 series: Corresponding future organic assignments
Prefix 8: Has no standalone GMO significance
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