Spring onion
Other names green onion, scallions
Spring onion: moderate in FODMAPs and oligosaccharides. If you're sensitive to any of these, check it against your profile before eating.
Intolerances
- FODMAPsModerate
The white bulb of spring onion is high in FODMAP fructans, but the green tops are low FODMAP — use only the green part for flavour.
- OligosaccharidesFODMAPsModerate
Spring onion is the allium that can be cut in two: the green tops carry little fructan and the white bulb carries it all. Slicing off the white part is the single most useful substitution on this axis, because it keeps the flavour.
- Histamine (+liberators / DAO inhibitors)None
- TyramineNone
- SalicylateNone
- SucroseNone
- LactoseFODMAPsNone
- SorbitolFODMAPsNone
- FructoseFODMAPsNone
- NickelNone
- OxalatesNone
- GlutenNo
Intolerance levels are based on our documented scientific sources. See sources →
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Frequently asked questions
Which intolerances does spring onion affect?
Spring onion is notable for FODMAPs and oligosaccharides. Clear on histamine, tyramine, salicylate, sucrose, lactose, sorbitol, fructose, nickel, oxalates and gluten.
Does spring onion contain FODMAPs?
Spring onion contains moderate levels of FODMAPs. The white bulb of spring onion is high in FODMAP fructans, but the green tops are low FODMAP — use only the green part for flavour.
Does spring onion contain oligosaccharides?
Spring onion contains moderate levels of oligosaccharides. Spring onion is the allium that can be cut in two: the green tops carry little fructan and the white bulb carries it all. Slicing off the white part is the single most useful substitution on this axis, because it keeps the flavour. Amounts vary by brand and recipe, so always check the label of the exact product.
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