ARE ONIONS KETO? NUTRITION OF DIFFERENT TYPES & BEST OPTION

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Onions are a key ingredient in many recipes due to their distinctive aromatic flavor. They come in different colors, including yellow, green, red, and white. They contain antioxidants that offer several health benefits.  But, can you eat onion on a keto diet?

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Many people eat onions on keto, but eat them in moderation.  That’s because the number of onions you eat and the types of onions you choose can determine whether they are Ok for keto.

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Carbs in Different Types of Onions

There are many different types of onions and each has a different amount of carbs per cup.  So, depending on the net carb count, some onions are better than others for keto. Here is a breakdown of some popular onions and their carb counts.

YELLOW ONIONS

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Yellow onions are the best type to eat on a keto diet. A cup of sliced yellow onions contains about 7 grams of carbs and 1 gram of dietary fiber.

Red or Purple Onions

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Red onions are mostly used for pickling, salads, and other meals. For example, you might use them in my keto potato salad.

White Onions

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The flavor of white onions is spicier and sharper than yellow onions. They contain around 15 grams of carbs for each cup. It also contains a dietary fiber content of 3 grams.

GREEN Onions

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Green Onions are some of my favorite to include in keto Chinese food recipes.  A cup of green onion has about 7 grams of total carbs.

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