Spring Onion

Spring onion, also known as green onion or scallion, is a young onion plant with a delicate, mildly pungent flavour. The whole plant is used, both the white base and the green leaves. In the kitchen it is added raw to salads, spreads and soups, or used as a garnish for finished dishes. It is also a staple in Asian cuisine, where it is an indispensable part of fried rice dishes and noodle meals. Spring onion is popular for its freshness, low calorie content and its supply of vitamins C and K.