Red Globe Onion

Vegetable

The Red Globe Onion stands out for its deep purplish-red color, crisp texture, and mildly sweet flavor. Often favored for its visual appeal and versatility, this variety is a staple in salads, sandwiches, and salsas. These beautiful bulbs—grown locally and exhibited at the fair—earned 1st and 2nd place for their uniform shape, sheen, and quality.

Quick Facts:

Type: Vegetable (Root & Tuber)

Scientific name: Allium cepa

Variety: Red Globe Onion

Color: Deep red to purple skin, white-to-red streaked flesh

Shape: Round and smooth

Flavor: Mild, sweet, and slightly tangy

Texture: Firm, crisp, and juicy

Flavor & Texture Profile:

Flavor: Subtle sweetness with less bite than yellow onions

Best eaten raw: Perfect for fresh, uncooked dishes where color and crunch shine

Cooked: Turns mellow and slightly caramelized

Culinary Uses:

Salads & garnishes: Adds color and mild flavor

Grilled or roasted: Becomes sweet and smoky

Pickled: Beautiful pink hue and tangy crunch

Sandwiches & burgers: Popular topping for freshness and bite

Salsas & chutneys: Adds color contrast and crispness

Nutritional Highlights:

Packed with antioxidants, including anthocyanins (which give the red color)

Rich in vitamin C and fiber

Supports heart health and blood circulation

Naturally low calorie and fat-free

Farming & Growth Notes:

Region: Kerman, CA

Exhibitor: Kerman Chamber of Commerce

Harvest season: Late spring to summer

Soil: Fertile, well-drained loam

Sunlight: Full sun for optimal bulb development