In the video, a person is seen holding a white onion on a wooden cutting board. The person peels the outer layer of the onion using their hands. After peeling, the person places the onion on the cutting board and proceeds to cut it in half with a knife. The video is shot in close-up, focusing on the person's hands and the onion. The background is blurred, but it appears to be a kitchen setting. The person's movements are deliberate and careful as they handle the onion and knife. The sound of the knife cutting through the onion is audible in the video.