: a young onion pulled before the bulb has enlarged and used especially in salads
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It's flavored with bold Mexican flavors, like juicy tomatoes, green onions, fresh cilantro, and Monterey Jack cheese.—Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 16 May 2026 To make a pomegranate salsa, chop green onions, cilantro, jalapeňo pepper, and avocado, and add olive oil.—Nancy Lebrun, Verywell Health, 14 May 2026 Onions Popular varieties of bulbing onions, green onions, spring onions, and leeks all emit a strong, sulfurous odor.—Barbara Gillette, The Spruce, 3 May 2026 For texture, toss in diced cucumber and green onion.—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for green onion