Not Just a Garnish: 13 Scallion Recipes Worth Savoring

Risotto can be quicker and easier than you'd think, and it makes a deliciously creamy base for this hearty vegetarian dish.

Recipe: Risotto with Scallions, Mushrooms, and Spinach

Although it makes a delightful breakfast, the frittata could also be served with a green salad for a lunch or light dinner. Cook the vegetables, then add the seasoned eggs, and bake the frittata — all in one pan.

Recipe: Mushroom and Scallion Frittata

A crispy coconut breading studded with scallions is a healthier way to add sweetness and crunch to this creative chicken recipe.

Recipe: Crispy Coconut and Scallion Breaded Chicken Cutlets

This dish is inspired by a Moroccan porridge called herbel that's traditionally made with barley, milk, butter, and cinnamon. This version substitutes other grains such as farro instead of barley, but retains the dish's character.

Recipe: Toasted Farro and Scallions with Cauliflower and Egg

Egg whites, beaten into stiff peaks, give this savory main dish its heavenly loft; cheese, scallions, and roasted peppers provide the irresistible flavor.

Recipe: Havarti Soufflé with Scallions and Dill

The bright herb sauce compliments the rich, grilled flavor of the pork in this dish.

Recipe: Grilled Pork Chops with Scallion-Herb Sauce

This recipe is more of a Chinese-American invention than an authentic Mongolian classic. Nonetheless, it’s a fantastic example of America’s love of Chinese food. Here, thinly sliced beef sirloin, scallions, garlic and ginger are stir-fried with a savory brown sauce consisting of soy, oyster sauce and Shaoxing wine, a traditional Chinese wine made from fermented rice.

Recipe: Mongolian Beef with Scallions

Extra-sharp Cheddar and a healthy dose of scallions park up your mornings in this fluffy bread, perfect for building an upgraded egg sandwich.

Recipe: Cheddar-Scallion English Muffin Bread

Fresh snow peas and scallions add snap and color to this springy dish, which is terrific as a main (as shown) but also easily can be served as a side for six.

Recipe: Spring Pea and Scallion Risotto

Tender steak wraps around hearty, healthy greens in this perfectly balanced, Asian-inspired appetizer.

Recipe: Kale-and-Scallion Negimaki

This flavorful, herbaceous roast chicken recipe is great for entertaining, or a family dinner any night of the week.

Recipe: Rosemary Roast Chicken and Orange-Scallion Carrots

Savory bacon with the subtle bite of green onion will convince you that scones go well beyond sweet breakfast fare.

Recipe: Bacon and Green Onion Scones

This quick and easy recipe is perfect for cookouts and barbecues. The colorful and flavorful relish is sure to impress.

Recipe: Sausages with White Bean, Cherry Pepper, and Scallion Relish

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