Onion Calories and Nutrition Facts

Calories and nutrients based on laboratory measurements

Summary

Calories
40
kcal / 100 g
Protein
1.1
g / 100 g
Carbohydrates
9.3
g / 100 g
Fat
0.1
g / 100 g
Where the energy comes from
  • Protein 10%
  • Carbohydrates 88%
  • Fat 2%

100 grams of Onion contain 40 kcal, 1.1 g protein, 9.3 g carbohydrates and 0.1 g fat. 1 medium (110 g) has about 44 kcal.

Low calorieLow fatLow saturated fatLow sugarLow sodium

Per 100 g, using the EU nutrition claim thresholds (Regulation 1924/2006).

Onion Nutrition Facts

VitaminsPer 100 gNRV
Vitamin A0 µg0%
Vitamin C7.4 mg9%
Vitamin D0 µg0%
Vitamin E0.02 mg0%
Vitamin K0.4 µg1%
Vitamin B1 (thiamin)0.046 mg4%
Vitamin B2 (riboflavin)0.027 mg2%
Vitamin B3 (niacin)0.12 mg1%
Vitamin B60.12 mg9%
Vitamin B120 µg0%
Folate19 µg10%
MineralsPer 100 gNRV
Calcium23 mg3%
Iron0.21 mg2%
Magnesium10 mg3%
Phosphorus29 mg4%
Potassium146 mg7%
Sodium4 mg0%
Zinc0.17 mg2%
Copper0.039 mg4%
Manganese0.13 mg6%
Selenium0.5 µg1%
Fat breakdownPer 100 g
Saturated fat0.042 g
Monounsaturated fat0.013 g
Polyunsaturated fat0.017 g
Trans fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg

NRV: share of the EU adult nutrient reference value provided by 100 g.

Allergens and Diets

Contains none of the 14 major EU allergens.

Vegan
Yes
Vegetarian
Yes
Gluten-free
Yes
Dairy-free
Yes

Based on the food itself; processed products may contain traces.

Data Source

Values are laboratory measurements from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) FoodData Central database.

USDA record: Onions, raw. View on USDA

Values are averages and vary by recipe, product and portion. Not medical advice.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in Onion?
100 grams of Onion contain 40 kcal. 1 medium (110 g) has about 44 kcal.
How much protein is in Onion?
100 grams contain 1.1 g of protein; 10% of its energy comes from protein.
Is Onion gluten-free?
Yes. It contains no gluten-containing grain.
Is Onion vegan?
Yes, it contains no animal products.

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