Green onion (scallion)

vegetables

Green onion (scallion)

8/ 10Excellent
Controversy: 4.6

Rated by 11 diets

9 approve1 caution1 avoid
Is Green onion (scallion) Healthy?

Yes — Green onion (scallion) is broadly considered healthy. 9 out of 11 diets approve it.

Nutrition Facts
Per 100g

Diet Ratings

Keto8/10APPROVED

Green onions are very low in net carbs at approximately 1.5-2g per 100g. The white and light green parts are slightly higher in carbs than the dark green tops. Generous portions can be consumed without concern, making them excellent for garnishing and flavoring keto meals.

Vegan9/10APPROVED

Whole plant food with no animal products or derivatives. Fresh allium vegetable fully compliant with vegan diet.

Paleo9/10APPROVED

Green onions are unprocessed vegetables with minimal carbohydrate content and high nutrient density. The entire plant (white and green parts) was available to ancestral humans and provides beneficial sulfur compounds.

Mediterranean8/10APPROVED

Green onions are versatile allium vegetables used throughout Mediterranean regions as garnish and ingredient. Low in calories, nutrient-dense, and support the plant-based foundation of the diet.

Carnivore2/10AVOID

Plant-derived vegetable. Excluded from all carnivore diet tiers including the most permissive interpretations.

Whole309/10APPROVED

Whole, unprocessed vegetable with no excluded ingredients. Green onions are explicitly compliant as a vegetable.

Low-FODMAP5/10CAUTION

Monash University rates green onions (white and light green parts) as low-FODMAP at 1 cup (100g) chopped. The dark green tops are lower in FODMAPs. Strict portion control required.

DASH9/10APPROVED

Green onions are a core DASH vegetable with negligible sodium, excellent source of vitamin K and potassium, and minimal calories. Ideal for adding flavor without salt.

Zone8/10APPROVED

Green onions are non-starchy vegetables with minimal carbs, excellent micronutrient profile, and anti-inflammatory compounds. Essentially unlimited in Zone meals. Ideal vegetable carb source with negligible glycemic impact.

Anti-Inflammatory8/10APPROVED

Green onions contain quercetin and other polyphenols with anti-inflammatory properties. Low calorie, high micronutrient density. Allium family compounds support immune function. Excellent addition to anti-inflammatory meals.

GLP-1 Friendly8/10APPROVED

Green onions are nutrient-dense, low-calorie flavor enhancers with fiber, vitamin K, and antioxidants. Excellent for adding taste to small portions without fat or sugar. High water content supports hydration. Works perfectly as a garnish or side vegetable for GLP-1 patients.

Controversy Index

Score range: 29/10. Higher controversy = more disagreement between diets.

Consensus4.6Divisive

Diet-Specific Tips for Green onion (scallion)

Keto 8/10
  • 1.5-2g net carbs per 100g
  • Minimal impact on carb budget
  • Nutrient-dense greens
  • Versatile flavoring agent
Vegan 9/10
  • 100% plant-based
  • Whole food
  • No processing required
  • Fresh produce
Paleo 9/10
  • Unprocessed whole food
  • Minimal carbohydrate load
  • Nutrient-dense
  • Allium family benefits
Mediterranean 8/10
  • Allium vegetable
  • Minimal processing
  • Vitamin K source
  • Culinary staple
Whole30 9/10
  • whole food
  • no added ingredients
  • compliant vegetable
Low-FODMAP 5/10
  • White/light green parts contain fructans
  • Dark green tops are safer
  • Dose-dependent FODMAP content
DASH 9/10
  • Negligible sodium
  • High vitamin K
  • Good potassium
  • Low calorie
  • Flavor enhancer
Zone 8/10
  • Non-starchy vegetable, minimal carbs
  • High micronutrient density
  • Anti-inflammatory polyphenols
  • Essentially unlimited portion
  • Quercetin and polyphenols
  • Allium compounds
  • Low glycemic impact
  • High micronutrient density
  • Supports immune function
  • low calorie
  • nutrient-dense
  • high water content
  • adds flavor to small portions
  • good fiber
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