How do green onions taste compared to chives?

Chives, on the other hand, are “typically considered an herb since the plant stays pretty tiny yet has a strong, pungent flavor that is good as a seasoning in smaller quantities.” Specifically, green onions/scallions are the genus and species Allium fistulosum, a.k.a. read more

Chives and green onions are in the same family. The chopped stalk of a green onion has a taste that is similar to chopped chives. They can be substituted for each other in recipes. read more

Used raw, green onions/scallions add a bit of texture, color, and a milder taste to your cooking than regular onions, as in this recipe for guacamole. They are also delicious grilled whole. “Chives are a completely different species, Allium schoenoprasum,” McNeal says. read more

Also do not attempt to replace green onion with dried chives 1-to-1 (or fresh chives for that matter). Dried chives, not uncommonly found in pre-packaged spice racks, have about as much flavor as straw and will not deliver the desired result (unless you like straw). read more