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Onions, sweet, raw
Delivering 32 kcal per 100 grams, Onions, sweet, raw functions as a vegetables with carbohydrates (7.5g) driving its core energy contribution. It functions predominantly as a macronutrient energy source with trace isolated micronutrient concentrations. With a low calorie density of 0.3 kcal/g, it serves as a lightweight volume option with 6.7g of net carbs.
- Protein
- 0.8 g
- Carbohydrates
- 7.5 g
- Fat
- 0.1 g
- Fiber
- 0.9 g
Produce Profile: Hydration & Micronutrients
Onions, sweet, raw provides natural botanical nutrition with 32 calories per 100g. Providing 0.9g of dietary fiber, it serves as a whole-food source of vital micronutrients.
Nutritional Highlights & Outliers
Calorie-Conscious Profile
With an energy density of 0.3 kcal/g (32 kcal/100g), this food supports high-volume, calorie-controlled nutrition.
Complete Nutrition Profile (per 100 g)
Macronutrients
| Nutrient | Amount per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Total Sugars | 5 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 7.5 g |
| Energy | 32 kcal |
| Energy | 133 kJ |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.1 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.9 g |
| Protein | 0.8 g |
Micronutrients
| Nutrient | Amount per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1 mg |
| Copper | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin C | 4.8 mg |
| Potassium | 119 mg |
| Manganese | 0.1 mg |
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 4.8 mg |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0.3 µg |
| Vitamin A, IU | 1 IU |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0 mg |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 20 mg |
| Potassium, K | 119 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.1 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 0.5 µg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.3 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 9 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 27 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 8 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.1 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.1 mg |
Other nutrients
| Nutrient | Amount per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Choline, total | 5.5 mg |
| Betaine | 0.1 mg |
| Folate, food | 23 µg |
| Niacin | 0.1 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.1 mg |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 6 µg |
| Water | 91.2 g |
| Sucrose | 0.7 g |
| Glucose | 2.3 g |
| Carotene, beta | 1 µg |
| Thiamin | 0 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0 mg |
| Folate, total | 23 µg |
| Ash | 0.3 g |
| Fructose | 2 g |
| Lactose | 0 g |
| Isoleucine | 0 g |
| Leucine | 0 g |
| Lysine | 0 g |
| Cystine | 0 g |
| Valine | 0 g |
| Arginine | 0.1 g |
| Histidine | 0 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.1 g |
| Serine | 0 g |
| Tocotrienol, alpha | 0 mg |
| Tryptophan | 0 g |
| Threonine | 0 g |
| Methionine | 0 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0 g |
| Tyrosine | 0 g |
| Alanine | 0 g |
| Glutamic acid | 0.2 g |
| Glycine | 0 g |
| Proline | 0 g |
Serving calculator
Common serving sizes
- NLEA serving148 g
- onion331 g
Compare Onions, sweet, raw with Category Peers
Leeks, (bulb and lower leaf-portion), cooked, boiled, drained, with salt vs Onions, sweet, raw
Compared to Leeks, (bulb and lower leaf-portion), cooked, boiled, drained, with salt, Onions, sweet, raw has 1% less carbohydrates and 3% higher calories per 100g.
Leeks, (bulb and lower leaf-portion), cooked, boiled, drained, without salt vs Onions, sweet, raw
Compared to Leeks, (bulb and lower leaf-portion), cooked, boiled, drained, without salt, Onions, sweet, raw has 1% less carbohydrates and 3% higher calories per 100g.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories are in Onions, sweet, raw?
A standard 100-gram serving of Onions, sweet, raw contains 32 calories (134 kJ), alongside 0.8g of protein, 7.5g of carbohydrates, and 0.1g of fat.
In common serving sizes:- 148g (NLEA serving): ~47 kcal
- 331g (onion): ~106 kcal
Is Onions, sweet, raw suitable for a keto or low-carb diet?
Yes, in moderation. Onions, sweet, raw contains 6.7g of net carbs per 100g (7.5g carbs minus 0.9g fiber). It fits comfortably into standard low-carb meal plans and can be included in ketogenic diets when portion sizes are measured carefully.
What are the main vitamins and minerals found in Onions, sweet, raw?
Onions, sweet, raw exhibits modest micronutrient density, led by Vitamin B6 at 0.13 mg (8% DV). It functions primarily as a macronutrient energy contributor.
Data source: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy (FDC ID 170008).