13 Recipes To Use Up Those Green Onions In Your Fridge
Add color and flavor to your meal with these recipes using scallions.
Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf
Whether you call them green onions or scallions, this bright green-and-white vegetable has become a pantry staple around the South. Green onions have a milder taste than other onions and are extremely easy to work with and use in a variety of recipes. Although it's edible in its entirety, the white part of the scallion is typically cooked while the green parts are used as a bright garnish. No matter how you use your green onions, they can add a subtle yet impactful flavor profile in a dish. Check out these recipes that use scallions to make this week.
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Cheesy Scallion Stuffing With Sesame Seeds
Jennifer Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Christina Brockman
Go big on the scallion flavor with this Korean-inspired stuffing. From chef Eric Kim, this dish is reminiscent of pajeon (Korean green onion pancakes), with flavors of onion, sesame, soy sauce, and Parmesan. This dish is a unique labor of love that is absolutely worth the effort.
Cheesy Sausage-And-Croissant Casserole
Alison Miksch
Breakfast casseroles are always a treat to see and smell in the morning, and this recipe has all the best breakfast flavors in one dish. With sausage, cheese, and croissants, green onions add an herbaceous bite to balance out this indulgent meal.
Gulf Crab Cakes with Lemon Butter
Iain Bagwell
Get transported to the coasts of Texas with this gulf crab cakes. Minced green onions are folded into a mixture of crabmeat, peppers, onions, garlic, and Dijon mustard for a flavorful bite. Whip up a quick lemon butter on the side for a zesty summer treat.
Bacon-and-Cheddar Grits Quiche
Alison Miksch
Elevate your typical quiche with this impressive bacon and cheddar grits quiche. The crispy crust is made of bacony grits and the center is a cheesy, oniony delight that is sure to be a hit on any brunch spread.
7-Layer Salad
JEN CAUSEY; FOOD STYLIST: EMILY NABORS HALL; PROP STYLIST: CALEB CLARKE
Go retro with this colorful 7-Layer Salad. Similar in flavor to a BLT, this filling side dish takes less than 30 minutes to finish and is perfect for serving a large (and hungry!) crowd.
Eggs Benedict Casserole
Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
Eggs Benedict is guaranteed to be on any brunch menu, and this recipe puts it in casserole form to simplify the classic dish while making it shareable. Scallions in the mix add a delicious oniony flavor to combine beautifully with the bacon and eggs.
Seared Scallops with Lemon-Herb Rice
A fresh and light seafood dinner is the perfect way to celebrate the joys of summer, and these scallops with lemon-herb rice will do just the trick. Green onions are added into the rice for a sweet bite among the zesty lemon flavor.
Creamed-Corn Grits
Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf
Creamed corn and grits are quintessential Southern sides, and this recipe combines them both into the ultimate comfort dish. Scallions are mixed in with the fresh corn to add color and flavor in this labor of love.
One-Pot Shrimp-And-Sausage Jambalaya
Love Creole cuisine but hate the cleanup? This dish is perfect for you. This flavorful shrimp and sausage jambalaya is made in just one pot to give you a taste of the bayou any night of the week.
Molasses-Soy Glazed Salmon and Vegetables
If you're in need of a quick, healthy dinner tonight, this glazed salmon and vegetables recipe is a winner in our book. The molasses-soy glaze is the perfect sweet and savory addition to the satisfying salmon, peppers and snap peas.
Deviled Ham
Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster
This nostalgic appetizer is something you can't knock 'til you try. Ham, scallions, celery, and dill are finely chopped and dressed with a flavorful homemade mayo sauce for a fabulous and old-fashioned addition to any spread.
Skillet Shrimp Destin with Orzo
This skillet shrimp dish with garlicky, oniony orzo is the perfect refreshing meal for summer nights. Lemony shrimp added to the bright orzo makes for a satisfying bite that uses a ton of pantry staples.
Loaded Potato Salad
Fred Hardy II; Food Stylist: Kelsey Moylan; Prop Stylist: Caleb Clarke
A loaded potato isn't complete without green onions, and this loaded potato salad highlights all the classic flavors in shareable form. Mixed with cheddar, bacon, and red onion, this recipe is the perfect way to switch up your typical potato salad.
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