Ingredient

Organic Yellow Onion

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Yellow onions are a foundational aromatic vegetable used to add savory flavor to a …

What it is

The organic yellow onion is a variety of onion grown without synthetic pesticides or fertilizers. Onions are bulbous plants cultivated for their pungent flavor and aroma. They are typically grown from seeds or sets and harvested when the bulbs are mature.

Why it's used

Yellow onions are a foundational aromatic vegetable used to add savory flavor to a wide range of dishes. They are commonly found in frozen dinners, soups, sauces, and pre-packaged vegetable mixes. Their natural sweetness and pungent taste enhance the overall flavor profile of food products.

Health notes

Yellow onions are a whole food and are generally recognized as safe by the FDA. They are a source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber. While specific evaluations by international bodies like JECFA or EFSA for onions as a whole ingredient are not typically documented in the same way as isolated additives, they are considered a healthy component of a balanced diet. Some research suggests potential benefits from compounds found in onions, but more studies are needed.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen. Onions are not among the nine major food allergens identified by the FDA. Gluten is also not present in onions.

Products containing Organic Yellow Onion

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Pulmuone Foods USA, Inc. Veggie Burger, Original Lunch Snacks & Combinations 200kcal 12.9Protein 14.1Fat 8.2Carbs Whole Foods Market, Inc. Roasted Vegetable Lasagna, Roasted Vegetable Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 27% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 120kcal 4.6Protein 3.5Fat 17.6Carbs Renaissance Food Group, LLC Organic Greens & Onion Pre-Packaged Fruit & Vegetables 35kcal 2.4Protein 0Fat 7.1Carbs Whole Foods Market, Inc. Vegan Lasagna Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 24% DV per serving 113kcal 3.5Protein 3.2Fat 18.3Carbs Haven Row LLC Creamy Butternut Squash Sauce, Creamy Butternut Squash Ketchup, Mustard, BBQ & Cheese Sauce 170kcal 4Protein 7Fat 18Carbs Safeway, Inc. Mac & Cheese With Chorizo Elbow Macaroni With Pork Chorizo Sausage In A Creamy Cheese Sauce Bowl, Mac & Cheese With Chorizo Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 36% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 21% DV per serving 180kcal 3.5Protein 9.0Fat 16.5Carbs Bonafide Provisions, LLC Bone Broth & Vegetable Beverage, Savory Roasted Squash Other Drinks High in sodium — 31% DV per serving 31kcal 1.7Protein 1.3Fat 3.9Carbs Pacific Coast Fruit Pacific Coast Fruit, Organic Pico De Gallo Dips & Salsa High in sodium — 33% DV per serving 21kcal 0.7Protein 0Fat 5Carbs Organic Korean BBQ Vegetable Dumplings Nasoya Foods USA, LLC Organic Korean BBQ Vegetable Dumplings Other Deli 212kcal 10.6Protein 4.1Fat 32.9Carbs Organic Thai Basil Vegetable Dumplings Nasoya Foods USA, LLC Organic Thai Basil Vegetable Dumplings Entrees, Sides & Small Meals High in sodium — 21% DV per serving 176kcal 7.1Protein 2.4Fat 31.8Carbs United Natural Foods, Inc. Organic Peppers & Onions Frozen Vegetables 24kcal 1.2Protein 0Fat 5.9Carbs Tofu Vegetable Organic Dumplings, Tofu Vegetable Nasoya Foods USA, LLC Tofu Vegetable Organic Dumplings, Tofu Vegetable Other Meats High in sodium — 26% DV per serving 200kcal 8.2Protein 4.1Fat 34.1Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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