Food nutrition · Vegetables

Onion — calories & nutrition

Onion has about 43 kcal per 100 g — 1.1 g protein, 9.3 g carbs and 0.1 g fat. Below is the full breakdown per 100 g and per typical serving, plus answers to common questions.

NutrientPer 100 gPer serving (1/2 onion (70 g))
Calories43 kcal30 kcal
Protein1.1 g0.8 g
Carbs9.3 g6.5 g
Fat0.1 g0.1 g

Values from the USDA FoodData Central database.

Frequently asked questions

Onion: how many calories does it have?

Onion contains about 43 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving (1/2 onion (70 g)) is roughly 30 kcal.

Onion: how much protein does it have?

Per 100 g, Onion provides 1.1 g of protein, 9.3 g of carbohydrates and 0.1 g of fat.

Does Onion fit a healthy diet?

Yes — like any food, Onion fits a healthy, goal-based diet when portioned to your daily calories and macros. Use the figures above to match it to your plan.

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