Properties and Benefits of Shallots

Shallot

A thinner, slightly more elongated type of onion, the shallot (Allium ascalonicum) is a good source of vitamins A, C and B6 and boasts a higher dietary mineral content compared to its relative, the average onion. Being a member of the Allium cepa species, the vegetable displays specific characteristics. For instance, regular consumption of shallots has impressive anti-mutagenic properties as … Read more about Properties and Benefits of Shallots