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Onion with garlic Calories

Aromatic allium vegetable mixture with vitamin C

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

48kcal

GI

15low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

190mg

FIBER · 100 G

2.1g

Quick answer

½ cup (chopped) of Onion with garlic (65 g) has 31 calories. That works out to 48 calories per 100 g. It contains 7 g of carbs, 1 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 7.3 mg of Vitamin C covers 8% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Onion with garlic Nutrition Facts

Selected: ½ cup (chopped) · 65 g

31

KCAL / 65G

Carbs

7g

· 3% DV

Protein

1g

· 2% DV

Fat

0.1g

· 0% DV

Fiber

1.4g

· 5% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 85% · Protein 12% · Fat 3%

Onion with garlic nutrition facts table · ½ cup (chopped) (65 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories31 kcal
Total fat0.1 g0%
Saturated fat0.02 g0%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium3.9 mg0%
Total carbohydrate7 g3%
Fiber1.4 g5%
Protein1 g2%

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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How Many Calories in ½ Cup of Chopped Onion with garlic?

ServingAmountCalories
½ cup (chopped)65 g31 kcal
2 tablespoon (chopped)20 g10 kcal
0.25 cup (chopped)33 g16 kcal
1 serving (medium)80 g38 kcal
100 g100 g48 kcal
1 piece (small)100 g48 kcal
1 cup (chopped)130 g62 kcal
1 piece (medium)150 g72 kcal
1 piece (large)220 g106 kcal

Calculated from 48 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Onion with garlic

Can you cook onion with garlic together?

Yes, onion with garlic can be cooked together, but add the garlic after the onion has started to soften. Garlic cooks quickly and can turn bitter if it browns too much, so stir it in for the final short stretch of sautéing.

What dishes use onion with garlic?

Onion with garlic is a common aromatic base for soups, stews, beans, sauces, and many meat or vegetable dishes. Sauté it before adding the other ingredients, or stir it into a raw dressing when you want a sharper flavor.

Can you eat onion with garlic raw?

Yes, onion with garlic can be eaten raw in salads, dips, or sandwiches. Its flavor is strong and pungent, so chop it finely and use a modest amount if you want it to blend into the dish rather than dominate it.

How long does chopped onion with garlic last in the fridge?

Chopped onion with garlic keeps best in a sealed container in the refrigerator and should be used within a few days. Discard it if it develops an unusual smell, discoloration, or a slimy texture.

Can you freeze onion with garlic?

Yes, you can freeze onion with garlic in small, airtight portions. Freezing softens the onion’s texture, so thawed portions work better in soups, sauces, and cooked dishes than in salads or other raw preparations.

Why does onion with garlic turn bitter when sautéed?

Onion with garlic can taste bitter when the garlic burns. Garlic is smaller and cooks faster than onion, so let the onion soften first, add the garlic, and stir it over moderate heat only until fragrant.

Does onion with garlic cause bad breath?

Yes, onion with garlic can cause strong breath because both contain pungent sulfur compounds. Brushing your teeth and tongue, drinking water, and eating a crunchy fruit or vegetable may help reduce the lingering smell.

Can onion with garlic cause bloating?

Yes, onion with garlic can cause gas or bloating in people sensitive to fermentable carbohydrates. Try a smaller serving and see how you feel; cooking may soften the flavor, but it does not reliably remove the compounds that trigger symptoms.

Which onion works best with garlic in cooking?

Yellow onion pairs well with garlic in most cooked dishes because its flavor becomes sweeter as it softens. White onion gives a sharper result, while red onion is often a better fit for raw salads and salsas.

How can you make onion with garlic taste milder?

To make onion with garlic taste milder, cook it gently until the onion is soft and the garlic is fragrant, without browning the garlic. For a raw dish, use less of the mixture and let it sit briefly before serving.

Onion with garlic Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin C

7.28mg · 8% DV

B6

0.1mg · 6% DV

Folate

13µg · 3% DV

B1

0.03mg · 3% DV

Minerals

Copper

0.07mg · 8% DV

Manganese

0.12mg · 5% DV

Phosphorus

27mg · 4% DV

Potassium ⭐

124mg · 4% DV

Sodium

3.9mg · 0% DV

Onion with garlic Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

15
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

0.7
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Onion with garlic

To burn the 31 calories in ½ cup (chopped) (65 g):

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8min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

3min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

4min

Cycling

🏊

4min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Onion with garlic?

Onion with garlic combines two aromatic alliums, usually used as a flavourful base rather than served as a dish on its own. Cooking softens the onion and brings out its sweetness, while garlic adds a sharper, savoury note.

Across many cuisines, it is gently sautéed to start soups, stews, sauces and vegetable dishes; it also works in egg dishes or roasted vegetables. The mixture is mostly vegetables and contributes fibre, with 2.1 g per 100 g. For a lighter preparation, cook it slowly with a little oil or soften it with a splash of water, then add it to beans, lentils or other hearty ingredients.

How Nutritious Is Onion with garlic?

Nutrient density

Medium

58/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

Medium

48/ 100

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.

Is Onion with garlic Processed?

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.

Does Onion with garlic Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Onion with garlic Good For?

Vegan

✓ Suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

✓ Suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

✓ Suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

✓ Suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Onion with garlic Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.02g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.01g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.05g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 4:1

Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.