Green Onion
Also listed as Scallion, Spring Onion, and Green Onions.
Produce
This is what the ingredient is.
Green onions are young onions with edible green tops. Labels may say green onions or scallions.
Here is why it shows up on the label.
They garnish soups, tacos, eggs, and Asian dishes.
Here is what food agencies say.
Fresh green onions are covered by FDA produce safety rules.
Here is what research has found.
Salmonella and other pathogens have been linked to green onion outbreaks historically.
Here are a few things worth knowing.
Wash thoroughly. Discard slimy or wilted bunches.
Sources
- FDA Food Labeling
- USDA FSIS
- FDA Recalls
How to read this page
We publish plain facts about this ingredient so a label is easier to read. This is not medical advice, and it is not a recommendation to buy, avoid, or use anything. For a personal health question, talk with a clinician who knows your history.
v1.0Updated 9/17/2026