Hi, I’m Weis Dietitian Christina Pelletier with the Weis HealthyBites tip of the week.
Let’s talk about one of the most versatile veggies – onions! Onions add great flavor to dishes and pack in a nutrition punch, containing vitamins C and B6; the minerals folate, manganese, and potassium; and numerous antioxidants. Regularly incorporating onions into your diet may aid in lowering blood pressure, managing cholesterol levels, and reducing the risk for chronic diseases.
- White onions are better suited for eating raw, and commonly found in salsas and chutneys.
- Yellow onions are great for caramelizing, sauteeing, and roasting.
- Red Onions are ideal for pickling.
- Shallots have a delicate flavor best for sauces and vinaigrettes.
- Green Onions, also known as scallions, offer a fresh, mild flavor which make them a great addition to stir fries, salads, and soups.
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