Common questions

Is Premium onions healthy?

Premium onions scores 95/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the stronger scores in Scout's catalog. Premium onions are a minimally processed whole food, consisting solely of onions, which are rich in antioxidants and have anti-inflammatory properties.

How processed is Premium onions?

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

Which ingredients drive Premium onions' score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Onions counts in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Excellent

Analysis updated September 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 1

Harmful ingredients 0

Category Vegetables

Summary

Premium onions are a minimally processed whole food, consisting solely of onions, which are rich in antioxidants and have anti-inflammatory properties. Their simplicity and lack of additives or harmful ingredients contribute to a high health rating, as they retain their natural nutrients and health benefits.

Key ingredients 1

Onions

Good

Onions are a whole food with numerous health benefits. They are rich in antioxidants and have anti-inflammatory properties. Being minimally processed, they retain their natural nutrients and health benefits.

Benefits

Onions are a good source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, which can support immune function and reduce inflammation.

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Processing

Group 1 · Minimally processed

Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods

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