Onions
Onions are low in calories yet add abundant flavor to a wide variety of foods.
With only 30 calories per serving (1/2 cup), onions are:
- Sodium free
- Fat free
- Cholesterol free
- Provide fiber, vitamin C, vitamin B6, potassium, and other nutrients.
Higher intakes of fruits and vegetables have been associated with a variety of health benefits.
Research shows that onions may help guard against many chronic diseases. That is probably because onions contain generous amounts of a flavonoid called quercetin. Other sources are tea and apples, but research shows that absorption of quercetin from onions is twice that from tea and more than three times that from apples.
Studies have shown that quercetin protects against cataracts, cardiovascular disease, and cancer.
In addition, onions contain a variety of other naturally occurring chemicals known as organosulfur compounds that have been linked to lowering blood pressure and cholesterol levels.
See also: Onion Food Facts
And...
Cut Onions Like a Pro Cooking Tip from our sister site, FitnessandFreebies.com
Recipe: Cucumber and Onion Salad
2-1/2 cups thinly sliced unpeeled cucumbers
1/2 cup thinly sliced onion
1/3 cup Splenda Granular
1/3 cup white vinegar
1/3 cup water
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Layer cucumbers and onion in a non-metallic low-sided
medium bowl. In a small bowl, combine Splenda Granular,
vinegar, water, salt and black pepper. Pour mixture over
vegetables. Cover and refrigerate for at least two hours,
stirring occasionally. Gently stir again just before serving.
Recipe makes six, 3/4-cup servings.
Nutrition information per serving:
Calories: 19
Total Fat: <1g
Saturated Fat: <1g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 100mg
Carbohydrates: 5g
Fiber: <1g
Protein: <1g
Dietary Exchanges: 1 Free Food
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See also: Cucumbers for the recipe, Marinated Cucumbers!
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Baked Onions
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Snow Peas and Pearl Onions
Herbed Steak and Onions
Creamy Onion Trio
Onion and Mushroom Soup
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