Okra vs Onion – Which is Healthier?
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Our Verdict
When comparing okra to onion, we picked the okra.
Why?
Of these two mildly pungent vegetables, there is a clear winner in every category:
In terms of macros, okra has nearly 2x the fiber and protein, while onion has very slightly more carbs. An easy win for okra.
In the category of vitamins, okra has more of vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B7, B9, C, E, K, and choline, while onion is not higher in any vitamins. A complete win for okra.
When it comes to minerals, okra has more calcium, copper, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, and zinc, while onion is not higher in any minerals. another overwhelming win for okra.
Adding up the sections makes for easy arithmetic; okra wins the day. Still, by all means enjoy either or both—it would surely be sad world if all onions were replaced with okra!
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