Organic
Scallions
"Bringing flavor and crunch to your meals"
A flavorful and crunchy variety of young onion, scallions add a pop of color and a delicate flavor to a wide range of dishes, from salads to stir-fries and sandwiches.
Also known as
Green Onions, Spring Onions, Welsh Onions
Botanical name
Allium
Product Details
PLU Code
94068
5-digit code
Category
Vegetables
Onions › All Sizes
Origin
Native to Central Asia, scallions are now cultivated worldwide in temperate climates.
Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Shelf Life
3-4 weeks
Status
Approved
About Scallions
Scallions are typically harvested before the bulb forms, or when the bulb is still very small, and are often used raw or lightly cooked to preserve their flavor and texture.
Nutrition Information
Scallions are low in calories, rich in fiber and contain a range of essential vitamins and minerals. One hundred grams of scallions contains approximately 31 calories, 2.6 grams of protein, 0.19 grams of fat and 7.3 grams of carbohydrates. They are also rich in dietary fiber containing about 2.6 grams per hundred grams.
Scallions are an excellent source of vitamin K with about 172 micrograms per hundred grams and also contain a range of other essential vitamins such as vitamin A, vitamin C and folate.
They are also a good source of minerals, including potassium at approximately 168 milligrams per hundred grams, manganese and copper.
In terms of phytochemicals, they contain various compounds such as sulfur compounds that have been reported to have different health benefits, such as antioxidant properties and anti-inflammatory properties.
Storage & Handling
Commercial storage guidance for bunched green onions (scallions). Storage life depends on initial quality, maturity, cultivar and handling; this is not a household shelf-life guarantee.
Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Humidity
95-98%
Packaging
Breathable or ventilated packaging, do not pack too tightly
Shelf Life
3-4 weeks
Storage Notes: Storage life drops sharply when green onions are held warmer than the optimum, with rapid yellowing and decay of the leaves. Highest freezing point: -0.8°C. Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016).
Source: USDA Agriculture Handbook 66 (rev. 2016), pp. 436-440.
Applies to: bunched green onions (scallions).
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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