: a young onion pulled before the bulb has enlarged and used especially in salads
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Sprinkle with green onions and sesame seeds.—Lizzy Briskin, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Apr. 2026 There are actual green onions, peppers, and lots of sausage in there.—Alex Beggs, Bon Appetit Magazine, 25 Apr. 2026 The simple spread is made with a combination of cucumber, green onion, cream cheese, dill, and mayonnaise for a crunchy, fresh, and light bite spread between slices of white bread—with the crusts cut off of course.—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 24 Apr. 2026 Manchego cheese, cream cheese and sour cream provide the dip’s lushness, while canned artichoke hearts, fresh spinach and the green tops of green onions are the source of herbaceous spring freshness and texture.—Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for green onion