National Onion Day, celebrated on June 27^th, is an opportunity to showcase the various ways onions are used in different cuisines around the world. It's a time to savor onion-infused dishes and highlight the nutritional benefits of onions. The day serves as a reminder of the important role onions play in a healthy diet and encourages people to incorporate them into their meals more frequently.

An important aspect of National Onion Day is to raise awareness about the agricultural significance of onions, as well as their economic impact on the farming industry. It's a time to recognize the hard work of onion farmers and the essential role they play in providing this essential vegetable to consumers.

Whether you choose to cook with onions, learn about their history, or enjoy their delicious flavors, National Onion Day is a fun and flavorful celebration for onion enthusiasts and food lovers alike.

Layers of Facts!  

• Onions belong to the allium family, which also includes garlic, leeks, and shallots.

• Onions are one of the oldest cultivated crops, with evidence of their cultivation dating back over 5,000 years.

• The ancient Egyptians worshipped onions and believed their shape and concentric rings symbolized eternal life.

• Onions have been used for medicinal purposes throughout history. They were believed to have healing properties and were used to treat various ailments, including colds, coughs, and infections.

• Onions are used in cuisines around the world and are a staple ingredient in many dishes, including soups, stews, stir-fries, and salads.

• The largest onion ever recorded weighed over 18 pounds and was grown by Peter Glazebrook from the UK.

• Before it became known as the Big Apple, New York was known as the Big Onion – due to the having so many layers of the city!

• Cutting onions can sometimes cause tears because they release a volatile gas that irritates the eyes. To minimize tears, try cooking with a tearless onion like sunions!

• No more onion breath! Chewing parsley, mint or citrus fruits can help freshen your breath after an onion-filled meal.

• There are many different varieties of onions, including yellow, white, red, and sweet onions, each with its own distinct flavor and culinary uses.

• Onions are a rich source of antioxidants and contain various vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C, vitamin B6, and potassium.

• The pungent odor of onions comes from sulfur compounds, which are released when the onion cells are damaged.

How to Celebrate National Onion Day:

• Check out our recipe section for a selection of dishes for any onion-lover. Take a photo and send us your recipes 😊 Check the links below for a few of our favorites!

  • https://www.onions52.com/recipes/greek-yogurt-onion-dip

  • https://www.onions52.com/recipes/grilled-watermelon-salad

  • https://www.onions52.com/recipes/pressure-cooker-sweet-pork-tacos

• Follow us on Instagram @onions52weeks for a week of onion-filled fun! We will host trivia, give away prizes, answer allium questions and feature delicious recipes!