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Low-calorie, provides vitamins C and K
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Spring onion, sautéed without oil (50 g) has 14 calories. That works out to 28 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.9 g of carbs, 0.8 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat and 1.2 g of fiber. Its 90 µg of Vitamin K covers 75% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 50 g
14
KCAL / 50G
Carbs
2.9g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.8g
· 2% DV
Fat
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fiber
1.2g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 74% · Protein 20% · Fat 6%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 14 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.02 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 8 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.9 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% |
| Protein | 0.8 g | 2% |
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) | 50 g | 14 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (chopped) | 8 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 15 g | 4 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (chopped) | 16 g | 4 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (chopped) | 25 g | 7 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 30 g | 8 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 45 g | 13 kcal |
| ½ cup (chopped) | 50 g | 14 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 75 g | 21 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 28 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 100 g | 28 kcal |
Calculated from 28 calories per 100 g.
To sauté spring onion without oil, cook sliced onions in a nonstick pan over medium heat, stirring often. If they begin to stick, add a small splash of water. Remove them once tender; prolonged cooking can make them limp.
Yes, sautéed spring onion without oil works well in scrambled eggs and omelets. Cook it first until tender, then add the eggs; this softens its sharp raw flavor and keeps the egg mixture from becoming watery.
Both the white and green parts can be used when sautéing spring onion without oil. The white section has a stronger onion flavor, while the leafy tops soften faster; add the greens a little later if you want them to retain more texture.
Spring onion releases its natural moisture as it heats, especially if the pan is crowded or the heat is low. Spread it out in the pan and let the moisture evaporate, stirring regularly; avoid adding salt at the start.
Spring onion usually softens within a few minutes when sautéed without oil, though the exact time depends on how thickly it is sliced and how hot the pan is. Stir frequently and stop cooking once it is tender.
Yes, you can freeze sautéed spring onion without oil, but it will be softer after thawing. Cool it first, portion it into an airtight container, and use it in soups, sauces, or other cooked dishes rather than as a crisp topping.
Store sautéed spring onion without oil in a covered container in the refrigerator and use it within a few days. Let it cool before refrigerating; when reheating, a splash of water can help prevent it from drying out.
You can substitute sautéed spring onion without oil for regular cooked onion in many dishes, but the result will be milder and less sweet. Add it near the end of cooking so its delicate flavor does not disappear.
Yes, sautéed spring onion without oil tastes milder and feels softer than raw spring onion. Heating reduces its sharp bite and crispness, while the white part develops a sweeter flavor as it cooks.
Yes, spring onion can cause gas or bloating in some people, and cooking it does not remove that sensitivity for everyone. If it tends to bother you, try a smaller serving and see how you feel before eating more.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
90µg · 75% DV
Folate
32µg · 8% DV
Vitamin C
7mg · 8% DV
B2
0.04mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.04mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
138mg · 4% DV
Manganese
0.09mg · 4% DV
Iron
0.7mg · 4% DV
Sodium
8mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 14 calories in 1 serving (medium) (50 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Spring onion, sautéed without oil is made by cooking the white bulbs and green tops of spring onions in a pan without added fat. They soften in their own moisture; stirring often, or adding a small splash of water if needed, helps prevent sticking.
Cooking mellows their sharp bite and brings out a gentle sweetness, leaving the onions tender. Serve them alongside eggs, fold them into an omelette or stir them into soup, rice and vegetable dishes. This oil-free preparation is a lighter alternative to frying, while the onions still add flavour, fibre and vitamins C and K for relatively few calories. Pair them with beans, grains or eggs for a more filling meal.
Very 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
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.02g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.01g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.04g
Omega 6:3 ratio 1.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.