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Lightly sautéed aromatic allium with olive oil and fiber
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Green onion sautéed in olive oil (80 g) has 62 calories. That works out to 78 calories per 100 g. It contains 4.6 g of carbs, 1.3 g of protein, 4.1 g of fat and 1.8 g of fiber. Its 116 µg of Vitamin K covers 97% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 80 g
62
KCAL / 80G
Carbs
4.6g
· 2% DV
Protein
1.3g
· 3% DV
Fat
4.1g
· 5% DV
Fiber
1.8g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 30% · Protein 9% · Fat 61%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 62 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.1 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 0.58 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 14 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 4.6 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% |
| Protein | 1.3 g | 3% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 80 g | 62 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 12 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (medium) | 30 g | 23 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 35 g | 27 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 50 g | 39 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 70 g | 55 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 90 g | 70 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 78 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 120 g | 94 kcal |
Calculated from 78 calories per 100 g.
Trim the roots, rinse and dry the green onions, then slice them. Warm olive oil in a pan over medium heat and cook the onions, stirring, until they soften. Add the green tops later if you want them to stay brighter and firmer.
Yes, both the white bulbs and green tops work. The white parts take longer to soften and have a stronger onion flavor, while the tops cook quickly. Add the tops after the white parts if you want a more even texture.
Serve it alongside eggs, grilled vegetables, beans, or fish, or fold it into an omelet, savory pancakes, or a grain bowl. It also works as a warm topping for soup. Add it near the end when mixing it into a delicate dish.
Green onions release moisture as they cook, and a crowded pan traps steam instead of letting that moisture evaporate. Dry them after washing, cook in a wide pan, and avoid adding too many at once for a less soggy result.
Yes. “Green onion” and “scallion” commonly refer to the same mild, young onion, though regional naming varies. The dish is simply those onions cooked in olive oil; it is not the same as sautéed mature bulb onion.
Use medium rather than high heat and stir the onions regularly, since their thin green leaves cook faster than the white ends. If the pan gets dry before the onions soften, lower the heat instead of letting the olive oil smoke.
Sometimes, but it will change the dish: cooking softens the onion’s sharp flavor and removes its crisp bite. It is a good substitute in fillings, egg dishes, and cooked sauces, but raw green onion is better when a recipe depends on freshness and crunch.
Store it in a covered container in the refrigerator and use it within a few days for the best quality. Reheat only the portion you need, and discard it if it develops mold, an unusual smell, or a noticeably slimy texture.
Yes, although thawed green onion will be softer than freshly cooked onion. Freeze it in small, airtight portions and use it directly in cooked dishes such as soups, sauces, or egg fillings rather than as a crisp garnish.
Yes. Heat softens the sharp, fresh onion flavor and brings out a milder, sweeter taste. A short sauté leaves more bite, while cooking until fully soft produces a gentler flavor that blends easily into fillings and other dishes.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
116µg · 97% DV
Folate
46.4µg · 12% DV
Vitamin C
9.6mg · 11% DV
Vitamin E
1.2mg · 8% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Calcium
54mg · 5% DV
Iron
0.96mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
168mg · 5% DV
Sodium
14mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Green onion sautéed in olive oil is made by cooking the white and green parts of fresh onions gently in olive oil. The method is familiar in Mediterranean home cooking and softens the onion’s sharp edge, bringing out a mild sweetness. Cook it briefly for a little bite, or longer for a tender, silky texture.
Serve it alongside eggs, fish, beans or grains, or fold it into an omelette, savoury filling or warm vegetable dish. It works as a simple side in everyday meals across many cuisines. The onion contributes fibre, while olive oil gives the dish much of its richness; each 100 g provides 5.1 g of fat. For a lighter version, use a modest amount of oil and cook gently rather than frying until browned.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.58g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.56g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.36g
Omega 6:3 ratio 17:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (17:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.