Ingredient

Natural Onion Flavoring

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use natural onion flavoring to add a savory, pungent onion taste to foods. …

What it is

Natural onion flavoring is a concentrated liquid or powder made from real onions. It is produced by extracting flavor compounds from onions through processes like distillation or solvent extraction. This process captures the characteristic taste and aroma of onions without the bulk of the vegetable itself.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use natural onion flavoring to add a savory, pungent onion taste to foods. It's a convenient way to impart onion flavor without altering the texture or appearance of the final product. It is commonly found in savory snacks, processed meats, sauces, soups, and frozen meals.

Health notes

Natural onion flavoring is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a flavoring agent. Regulatory bodies like the Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) have evaluated many flavoring substances, and natural onion flavoring is considered safe at typical consumption levels. There are no widespread health concerns associated with its use in food.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen. Onion is not one of the nine major food allergens identified by the FDA. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Natural Onion Flavoring

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THE PIONEER WOMAN Cowgirl Quiche Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 31% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 69% DV per serving 280kcal 12.7Protein 17.2Fat 18.5Carbs Kraft Heinz Foods Company Roasted Veggie Fluffy Egg Bites With Cheddar Cheese, Fire Roasted Peppers, Sauteed Onions, Spinach, And Chives, Roasted Veggie Frozen Breakfast Sandwiches, Biscuits & Meals High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 55% DV per serving 178kcal 10Protein 11.1Fat 8.9Carbs Red Onion And Thyme Fresh Spreadable Cheese, Red Onion And Thyme Norseland, Inc Red Onion And Thyme Fresh Spreadable Cheese, Red Onion And Thyme Cheese High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 250kcal 7.1Protein 21.4Fat 3.6Carbs Schwan's Mama Rosa's, LLC Pizza, Supreme Pizza High in sodium — 44% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 217kcal 8.9Protein 8.9Fat 28.0Carbs Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Signature Crust Pizza, Alfredo Ham & Bacon Pizza High in sodium — 31% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 276kcal 10.4Protein 12.7Fat 29.9Carbs Supervalu, Inc. Culinary Circle, Italian Sausage And Caramelized Onion Pizza Pizza High in sodium — 35% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 252kcal 10.9Protein 11.8Fat 23.5Carbs Weis Markets, Inc. Weis, Self Rising Pizza, Chicken Bacon Ranch Pizza High in sodium — 34% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 236kcal 10.7Protein 7.9Fat 30Carbs Safeway, Inc. Italian Sausage & Caramelized Onion Pizza Pizza High in sodium — 36% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 252kcal 10.9Protein 12.6Fat 23.5Carbs Supervalu, Inc. Garlic Chicken Alfredo Pizza Pizza High in sodium — 23% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 207kcal 12.4Protein 9.9Fat 16.5Carbs Food Town Stores Inc. Limited Edition The Late Nighter Pizza, Chicken & Bacon Other Deli High in sodium — 33% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 228kcal 11.0Protein 9.4Fat 25.2Carbs Safeway, Inc. Caramelized Onion Caramelized Onions With A Blend Of Sour Cream, Cream Cheese And Mayonnaise Dip, Caramelized Onion Dips & Salsa 250kcal 3.1Protein 21.9Fat 9.4Carbs Kraft Heinz Foods Company Chorizo Egg Bites Fluffy Egg Bites With Cheddar Cheese, Chorizo Crumbles, Fire Roasted Peppers, Onions And Chives, Chorizo Egg Bites Frozen Breakfast Sandwiches, Biscuits & Meals High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 50% DV per serving 189kcal 11.1Protein 12.2Fat 8.9Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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