Selecting

When selecting green onions, they should have good, green-colored tops and white, bleached stems up to about three inches from the root. Also referred to as scallions, green onions have long, delicate stalks and small white bulbs. They are milder tasting than large-bulb onions, and are sold in bunches.

Storing

Store green onions in a plastic bag in the refrigerator up to five days. Store produce and other foods away from green onions in witch they may absorb the odor of the onion.

Preparation

Trim off roots and tops, rinse in cold water to prepare green onions. Green onions are a great finishing touch to salads, casseroles, stir-fry’s, soups, and baked potatoes. Also enjoy their mild onion flavor raw, munching the green tops as well as the bulb. Try substituting the green tops of a green onion instead of using chives.

Nutrition Information