Onions Red (Raw)
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Macronutrients distribute relatively evenly across protein (0.9g), fat (0.1g), and carbohydrates (9.9g) per 100g. With 44 calories per 100g, Onions Red (Raw) fits comfortably into calorie-controlled meal plans without sacrificing volume. With only 1mg of sodium, Onions Red (Raw) is naturally very low in sodium and suitable for sodium-restricted diets. Fiber content sits at 2.2g per 100g — not a primary source, but it adds up in combination with other high-fiber foods. The micronutrient profile is relatively narrow, with Onions Red (Raw) valued primarily for its macronutrient contribution. Composed of 89% water by weight, Onions Red (Raw) also contributes to daily hydration.
Calorie Distribution
- Protein8%0.94 g
- Fat2%0.1 g
- Carbs89%9.9 g
Serving Size
% Daily Value
per 100g serving · FDA 2020 reference
Nutrition Facts per 100g
| Water | 88.6 | G |
| Energy | 44.0 | KCAL |
| Protein | 0.94 | G |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.10 | G |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 9.9 | G |
| Fiber, total dietary | 2.2 | G |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 8.1 | MG |
| Calcium, Ca | 17.0 | MG |
| Iron, Fe | 0.24 | MG |
| Magnesium, Mg | 11.4 | MG |
| Phosphorus, P | 41.0 | MG |
| Potassium, K | 197 | MG |
| Sodium, Na | 1.0 | MG |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.17 | MG |
| Copper, Cu | 0.06 | MG |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.12 | MG |
| Selenium, Se | 0.50 | UG |
| Energy (Atwater General Factors) | 44.0 | KCAL |
| Energy (Atwater Specific Factors) | 42.0 | KCAL |
| Energy | 186 | kJ |
| Ash | 0.43 | G |
| Total dietary fiber (AOAC 2011.25) | 4.0 | G |
| Sugars, Total | 5.8 | G |
| Sucrose | 1.7 | G |
| Glucose | 2.3 | G |
| Fructose | 1.8 | G |
| Lactose | 0 | G |
| Maltose | 0 | G |
| Iodine, I | 0 | UG |
| Biotin | 0 | UG |
Common Serving Sizes
| Serving | Cal | Protein | Fat | Carbs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edible (197g) | 87 | 1.9g | 0.2g | 19.6g |
Scaled from Onions Red (Raw)'s per-100g values using USDA portion data.
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Nutritional Profile Summary
Onions Red (Raw) has a limited micronutrient profile per 100 g among the key vitamins and minerals tracked. Its primary nutritional value comes from its macronutrient composition.
- Calories: 44 kcal per 100 g
- Protein: 0.9 g per 100 g
- Total Fat: 0.1 g per 100 g
- Carbohydrate: 9.9 g per 100 g
- Fiber: 2.2 g per 100 g
Dietary Considerations
Onions Red (Raw) is naturally low in sodium at 1mg per 100g, making it compatible with the DASH diet. See the DASH Diet Guide.
Rankings Among 8,262 USDA Foods
- Vitamin C: top 17% (#1,405 of 8,262)
- Fiber: top 25% (#2,066 of 8,262)
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* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Data Source
Data sourced from USDA FoodData Central — SR Legacy. FDC ID: 790577.
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