Yes, safe from 6 months
Choking risk: low
Green onion tops are soft but can be stringy if served in long pieces. Chop finely before mixing into food. The white bulb end is firmer and should be cooked before serving to young babies.
Not a common allergen
Babies can eat green onions from 6 months. Green onions (scallions) provide vitamin K, vitamin C, vitamin A, and folate. Both the white bulb and the green tops are edible and nutritious. They are one of the mildest members of the allium family.
Flavor guide
Raw green onion tops are mildly pungent and grassy with a gentle onion sharpness that is far less intense than a mature bulb onion. The white bulb end is sharper and more peppery raw, but softens to a sweet, mellow flavor when cooked. Both parts pair naturally with eggs, soft cheese, potato, sesame, soy sauce, ginger, and noodles.
Finely chop the green tops and cook into scrambled eggs, rice, or soft noodles. The mild onion flavor is gentler than regular onions.
Serving ideas:
Finely chopped and cooked into meals. Mix into fried rice or egg muffins.
Serving ideas:
Any family preparation. Raw green tops as garnish, cooked into stir-fries, soups, and egg dishes.
Serving ideas:
Chop and freeze flat in a bag. Use straight from frozen in cooking.
Ingredients
Steps
Egg is a top allergen. This is a good allergen introduction opportunity alongside a familiar food.
The easiest allium to grow. Regrows from the white root end if you leave 1 inch. Works in any container. Harvest outer leaves for a continuous supply.
Ready in ~60-80 days from planting.
Green onions are the fastest edible you can grow. Plant a bunch of store-bought scallions in a pot of soil and they regrow from the roots. Ready to harvest again in about 2 weeks. A great project to do with kids.
Per AAP and WHO guidelines, most fruits, vegetables, and herbs can be introduced from 6 months as part of complementary feeding. Always consult your pediatrician before introducing new foods, especially allergens.