Vegetables

Organic Red Onion

3,75 €

Minimum order of 0,5 kg

Organic Onion, grown free of pesticides in an ecological way.

Summary of Organic Red Onion

Product Details

Onion has very interesting nutritional properties.

It has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that promote blood circulation.
It is rich in sulfur or sulfur components.
They contribute to improving hair weakness.
They provide vitamin C, folic acid, E and B6.
They are natural remedies that help combat infectious processes in the digestive system and also relieve respiratory tract disorders.

Season calendar

The onion season in the Canary Islands is from October to March. The best time to buy onions is during season, as they will be fresh and taste better. Out of season, onions may be more expensive and may not taste as good.
Here is a calendar of the onion season in the Canary Islands:

October: The season begins in October and this is when onions are at their sweetest.
November: Onions are still in season in November and it is a good time to buy them.
December: The season ends in December and this is when the onions are starting to lose their sweet flavor.
January: Onions are still in season in January, but they may be more expensive and may not taste as good.
February: Onions are still in season in February, but they may be more expensive and may not taste as good.
March: The season ends in March and this is when the onions are no longer at their best.
If you are looking for fresh and tasty onions, the best time to buy them is from October to March. Out of season, onions may be more expensive and may not taste as good.

Selection tips

Here are some tips for choosing a fresh and tasty onion:

Look for an onion that is firm and heavy for its size. This indicates that it is full of water and is not dry.
Avoid onions that have bumps, dents or bruises. This may indicate that it is rotten or not ripe.
Choose an onion that is a uniform color. This indicates that it is fresh and ripe.
The skin of the onion should be smooth and shiny. If it is dry or wrinkled, the onion is not fresh.
The onion stem should be green and fresh. If it is dry or brown, the onion is not fresh.

If you follow these tips, you will be able to choose a fresh and tasty onion.

Conservation

Onions should be stored in a dark, dry and cool place. If there is too much light, they will sprout. The ideal is to store onions at a temperature between 5 and 10 ºC.