Common questions

Is yellow onions healthy?

yellow onions scores 95/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the stronger scores in Scout's catalog. Yellow onions are a minimally processed whole food with no additives or harmful ingredients.

How processed is yellow onions?

yellow onions is NOVA Group 1: Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods.

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yellow onions

Name: yellow onions
Brand: Publix

Publix

Excellent

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 0

Harmful ingredients 0

Owned by Publix

Category Vegetables

Summary

Yellow onions are a minimally processed whole food with no additives or harmful ingredients. They provide natural sugars and fiber, contributing to a healthy diet. As a simple vegetable, they are comparable to other high-quality produce items.

Processing

Group 1 · Minimally processed

Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods

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