spring onion

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A young onion with a long green stem, also known as a scallion.

onionADJECTIVE + ONION

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spring

Examples (10)

  • Finely chop the spring onion for garnish.
  • Add sliced spring onion to your stir-fry for extra flavor.
  • The recipe calls for two spring onions, thinly sliced.
  • She topped her soup with fresh spring onion.
  • You can use spring onions in salads or as a topping.
  • Harvest the spring onions when they are young and tender.
  • These spring onions have a milder taste than regular onions.
  • I prefer the green tops of the spring onion for cooking.
  • A simple omelette tastes great with some chopped spring onion.
  • Don't forget to wash the spring onions thoroughly before use.