Onions, Scallions
Scallions refer to several members of the onion family which have not fully matured into a bulb.
Varieties of scallions include "scallion", green onions and young leeks. Each has a white base and long, green straight leaves. All scallion varieties can be used interchangeably.
The green tops of scallions, provide more beta-carotene, vitamin C, folate, and calcium, ounce for ounce, than full grown onions.
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Selecting and Storing
Choose scallions with bright green straight leaves and crisp white bases. Store in the crisper of the refrigerator for up to one week.
