Scallions vs. Spring Onions: What's the Difference?

Introduction

Scallions, also known as green onions or spring onions, are edible vegetables belonging to the genus Allium. They are characterized by their long, slender leaves and mild flavor.

Subtle Differences

Spring onions are a variety of scallion with small onion bulbs at the base. While they share similar physical characteristics, spring onions tend to have a stronger flavor than scallions. Notably, scallions have a milder taste and larger, hollow leaves.