VeganVegetables

Onion

Nutrition Facts Per 100g

Also known as: PYAAZ

Onion is a commonly used vegetable in Indian cooking. At just 40 kcal per 100g with 1.7g of dietary fiber per 100g, it fits easily into calorie-conscious meals. It is a notable source of Vitamin C (approximately 9% of a typical adult's daily needs) and Vitamin B6 (approximately 9% of a typical adult's daily needs). Below is the complete nutritional profile of Onion per 100g serving.

Nutrition Summary

40kcalCalories

1.1gProtein

9.3gCarbs

0.1gFat

1.7gFiber

Protein 11% Carbs 93% Fat 2%

Micronutrients

Calcium23.0 mg(2%)

Iron0.2 mg(2%)

Zinc0.4 mg(4%)

Potassium146 mg(5%)

Sodium4.0 mg(1%)

Magnesium10.0 mg(3%)

Phosphorus29.0 mg(4%)

Thiamin (B1)0.0 mg(4%)

Riboflavin (B2)0.0 mg(2%)

Niacin (B3)0.1 mg(1%)

Vitamin C7.4 mg(9%)

Carotenoids0 µg(0%)

β-Carotene0 µg(0%)

Vitamin A0 µg(0%)

Folate (B9)19.0 µg(5%)

Vitamin B60.1 mg(9%)

Vitamin B120 µg(0%)

Vitamin D0 µg(0%)

Vitamin E0.1 mg(1%)

Fat Breakdown4

MUFA0.0 g

PUFA0.0 g

Omega-30 g

Omega-60.0 g

Limit These2

Saturated Fat0.0 g

Cholesterol0 mg

Common Serving Sizes

1 fruit110g

44 kcal1.2g protein

1 cup chopped160g

64 kcal1.8g protein

100 g100g

40 kcal1.1g protein

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in Onion?

Onion contains 40 kcal per 100g. A typical serving (1 fruit) contains approximately 44 kcal.

How much protein is in Onion?

Onion provides 1.1g of protein per 100g, which is approximately 2% of an average adult's daily protein needs based on Indian RDA guidelines.

Is Onion good for weight loss?

Onion is a low-calorie food at just 40 kcal per 100g, making it a good choice for weight-loss diets when prepared without excessive oil or sugar.

Is Onion vegan?

Yes, Onion is vegan — it contains no animal-derived ingredients.

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