{"data":{"name":"Onion, garden shallot lvs, boiled","slug":"onion-garden-shallot-lvs-boiled","scientific_name":"Allium cepa var. aggregatum","alternate_names":["Sibuyas","Tagalog","dahon","nilaga"],"category":{"name":"Vegetables","slug":"vegetables"},"description":"This is boiled onion and garden shallot leaves (like the leafy part of shallots), usually eaten as a side or added to viands for flavor.","common_uses_philippines":["Sinigang","Tinola","Bulalo","Ginisang gulay","Pancit canton"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":100},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":27,"protein_g":1.3,"fat_g":0.6,"saturated_fat_g":null,"carbohydrates_g":4.1,"fiber_g":1.5,"sugars_g":1.5,"sodium_mg":2,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":35,"calcium_mg":73,"cholesterol_mg":0,"iron_mg":1.1,"phosphorus_mg":22,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":3,"total_ash_g":0.4,"vitamin_a_ug":0,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.02,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.05,"vitamin_b3_mg":0.5,"vitamin_c_mg":20,"water_g":93.6},"serving_suggestions":[{"label":"1\/2 cup (raw)","weight_g":40,"volume_ml":null},{"label":"1\/2 cup (cooked)","weight_g":45,"volume_ml":null}],"health_notes":{"summary":"Onion and shallot leaves are low in calories (about 27 kcal per 100g) and provide dietary fiber (about 1.5g) which helps support regular digestion. They also add small amounts of carbohydrates and natural sugars (about 4.1g carbs, 1.5g sugar) without adding much fat (about 0.6g). Sodium is very low here (about 2mg), which is helpful for keeping your overall daily salt intake in check\u2014especially if you\u2019re also eating salty sauces or processed foods.","healthier_tips":["Use them as flavor boosters for your 3 meals (e.g., add to soups, ginisa, or mixed with viand) so you can enjoy taste without relying too much on salty seasonings.","Pair with a balanced plate: 1\/2 vegetables (like onion\/shallot leaves), 1\/4 rice or other carbs, and 1\/4 lean protein.","If you\u2019re cooking, try boiling or lightly saut\u00e9ing with minimal oil to keep the meal lighter.","For snacks, you can add a small serving to meals you already plan to eat\u2014rather than turning it into a standalone snack."]},"data_quality":{"source":"DOST-FNRI Philippine Food Composition Tables","source_code":"ph_fct","daily_values_reference":"RENI 2002","notes":["Values are estimates per 100g edible portion.","Actual nutrients may vary by preparation and variety."]},"links":{"self":"https:\/\/api.juanutrisyon.info\/api\/foods\/onion-garden-shallot-lvs-boiled?agent=true"}}}