Is an onion boil good for you?

Yes. An onion boil provides antioxidants, vitamin C, and natural compounds that may support heart health and immunity, especially when made with heart-healthy fats like olive oil.

What is an onion boil?

Despite the name, it’s not actually boiled — an onion boil is a whole seasoned onion wrapped in foil and roasted until soft, sweet, and caramelized.

Is boiled onion good for health?

Boiled or roasted onions retain nutrients and offer anti-inflammatory benefits. Roasting also adds natural sweetness without heavy sauces or breading.

How many calories are in an onion boil?

A medium onion boil with vegan butter and olive oil has around 120 calories. Using less oil or butter reduces the calorie count.

Onion Boil — The Viral TikTok Recipe You’ll Love

Description

Tender, caramelized Onion Boil inspired by TikTok — seasoned with Cajun spice, vegan butter, and olive oil.

Ingredients

Scale

1 large (15 oz) sweet onion, peeled and ends trimmed

1 tbsp vegan butter

1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

1 tsp Cajun seasoning

1/4 tsp salt (plus more to taste)

Optional: 1/4 tsp garlic powder, 1/4 tsp Old Bay seasoning

Garnish: finely diced parsley leaves

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.

2. Scoop out a well in the onion’s center.

3. Place butter in well and drizzle with seasoned oil.

4. Wrap onion in foil and place in baking dish.

5. Roast 1 hour or until tender.

6. Optional: broil for 5–10 minutes for caramelization.

7. Serve hot, spooning juices over onion layers.

Notes

Store leftovers in airtight container in fridge for up to 3 days.

Reheat wrapped in foil to maintain moisture.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Category: Side Dish
Method: Roasted
Cuisine: Southern American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/2 onion
Calories: 120
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 200mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 0mg