: a young onion pulled before the bulb has enlarged and used especially in salads
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Be prepared to have to make some other flavor modifications to make up for the differences between chives and green onions.—Aly Walansky, Southern Living, 5 Jan. 2026 Filled with chicken, cilantro, green onions, cabbage, soy sauce, and garlic, they can be cooked in the microwave, steamed, or pan-fried.—Heather Riske, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Dec. 2025 Growing green onions indoors is an easy, space-saving way to enjoy fresh flavors all winter.—Rachel Gillett, Martha Stewart, 29 Dec. 2025 Most recipes also call for tofu, green onions, and seaweed.—Carrie Madormo, Health, 29 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for green onion
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