2006-11-14 16:56:51 · 7 answers · asked by Lisa S 1 in Food & Drink ➔ Cooking & Recipes
green onions
2006-11-14 17:01:23 · answer #1 · answered by homerjoy1945 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Scallions are also known as green onions and refer to a distinct variety of immature onions. The vegetable has a white base that has not fully developed into a bulb and green leaves that are long and straight. Both parts are edible. Store in the refrigerator, wrapped for up to five days. They can be eaten raw or cooked in numerous dishes from soups to salads.
Buying and storing tips
Scallions can be found in the produce section of health food stores and supermarkets. Look for those with a firm white base and bright, fresh-looking leaves. Store them in a plastic bag in the refrigerator for up to five days.
Availability
Scallions are available all year long and are at their peak during spring and summer.
Preparation, uses, and tips
Wash scallions just before using, and remove any wilted outer leaf tops. Chop scallions into salads, toss into cooked rice or bean dishes, or use as a garnish for polenta or soup.
Nutritional Highlights
Scallions, 100 grams
Calories: 134
Protein: 1.83g
Carbohydrate: 7.34g
Total Fat: .19g
Fiber: 2.6g
Health benefits and concerns
Cancer
Foods high in vitamin K, such as vegetables, typically are associated with low cancer risk. Despite the fact that the anti-vitamin K drug warfarin might reduce the risk of cancer under certain circumstances, no evidence suggests that avoidance of vitamin K (from food or from supplements) would in any way help protect against cancer.
Health benefits and concerns for vegetables
Many health benefits and concerns associated with this food are applicable to other vegetables. Read about health benefits and concerns for vegetables for a full description.
2006-11-14 17:03:26 · answer #2 · answered by HarleeNicole 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Scallions are green onions. Cut off the root, and you can eat the rest. Some recipes will specify 'white part only'. They are long, white at bottom and green at top.
2006-11-14 17:03:19 · answer #3 · answered by JubJub 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Scallions are green onions.
2006-11-15 06:38:39 · answer #4 · answered by ericak1234 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Scallions are onions
2006-11-14 16:58:38 · answer #5 · answered by cruisingalong 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Green onions.
2006-11-14 17:04:59 · answer #6 · answered by Common_Sense2 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
in the onion family but mainly used as garnish, but i like it on pasta and in soups
2006-11-14 18:00:48 · answer #7 · answered by the shug 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋