
Melissa's Red onion nutrition facts
Per 1 cup chopped · 160 g
of a 2,000 cal day
- Protein1g6% of calories
- Carbs16g94% of calories
- Fat0g0% of calories
- ✓ Fat free
- ✓ Low saturated fat
- ✓ Low sodium
- ✓ Cholesterol free
At a glance
One serving of Melissa's Red onion (1 cup chopped, 160 g) has 67 calories, with 1 g of protein, 16 g of carbohydrates and 0 g of fat. Most of its energy comes from carbs (94% of calories).
Vitamins & minerals
Amounts for 1 cup chopped (160 g). Bars show % of the daily value.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 0 μg | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 40 mg | 4% |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 0 mg | 0% |
Full breakdown · 3 more nutrients
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Glucose | 7 g | — |
| Monounsaturated fats | 0 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated fats | 0 g | — |
How it compares
Calories per 100 g, so different serving sizes compare fairly.
Burning 67 calories
Estimated for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult using MET values from the Compendium of Physical Activities.
- 13minWalking (3.5 mph)
- 8minCycling (moderate)
- 6minRunning (6 mph)
- 9minSwimming laps
Common questions
How many calories are in Melissa's Red onion?
One serving of Melissa's Red onion (1 cup chopped) has 67 calories, which works out to 42 calories per 100 g. That is about 3.4% of a 2,000-calorie day.
Is Melissa's Red onion high in protein?
Not especially. It has 1 g of protein per serving, and protein supplies 6% of its calories. Foods where protein provides 30% or more of calories are generally considered protein-dense.
Is Melissa's Red onion keto-friendly?
It is hard to fit into a strict keto diet. One serving has 14 g of net carbs and 94% of its calories come from carbohydrates, while most keto plans cap net carbs at 20–50 g per day.
How much sodium is in Melissa's Red onion?
5 mg per serving, which meets the FDA definition of low sodium (140 mg or less).
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