Red onions are vegetables from the same family of plants as chives, garlic, and leeks.
They are commonly known for their pungent flavour, but are a nutritional powerhouse full of vitamins, minerals, fibres and antioxidants. The Red Onions have more antioxidants in comparison to the white or orange types. They are a source of vitamins B6, C, and K, sulphuric compounds, flavonoids and phytonutrients.
Having red onions included in your diet, it will have great health benefits like boosting your immune system as polyphenols will act as antioxidants that will protect the body against free radicals attacking healthy cells, encouraging a good digestion with its fibre content, regulating blood sugar levels as it is rich in chromium, and preventing heart diseases as its rich in quercetin.
Red onions can be served raw, sautéed, grilled or cooked.
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How to store red onions:
It’s best to store red onions in a cool, dry, dark and well-ventilated room.