Onion Nashik - प्याज नासिक

Onion Red or pyāja lāla, in Hindi, is spherical-shaped vegetable with one end conical. As name explains it is red in colour but is white from inside. On cutting the vegetable many layers of onion will be found. Taste wise, it is sharp spicy with pungent ending. Its biological name is Allium cepa.

Nutritional Contents:

• Vitamins –

• Vitamin C
• Vitamin B6
• Folate

• Minerals –

• Manganese
• Copper
• Phosphorus
• Potassium

• Biotin
• Fiber

Red Onions are rich source of Vitamin B6 which helps strengthening of bones which is quite beneficial for old aged women. Adding to this, the vegetable works as anti to allergies. This prevents body from infection and allergies and improves the function of immune system.

Consumption Ways:

• Raw/Salad
• Sautéed in oil
• Chutney

Eat only crispy onions.