Crispy onions
Medium GI
GL 3.3 per typical tablespoon (15 g) · GL 22 per 100 g
- Contains some fiber
- High in fat (especially saturated)
Crispy onions has a glycemic index of 55, higher than plain Whole Onion (15). One typical tablespoon (15 g) adds a glycemic load of 3.3.
Updated Jul 12, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
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- GL 1.9 per 100 g Toasted almond flakes provide a similar crunchy texture with a significantly lower GI of 15 and GL of 1, minimizing the blood sugar spike compared to crispy onions.
Almond flakes - GL 7 per 100 g Toasted sunflower seeds are an excellent crunchy alternative that keeps your blood sugar stable with a GI of 35 and a very low GL of 2.
Lightly toasted sunflower seeds - GL 17.4 per 100 g Roasted chickpeas provide a hearty, crunchy topping with a much lower glycemic load (GL 8) than crispy onions, helping to manage post-meal glucose levels.
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Forms of Whole Onion
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 550 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 40 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 8 g |
| Natural | 6 g |
| Added | 2 g |
| Fiber | 4 g |
| Soluble | 0.8 g |
| Insoluble | 3.2 g |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Fat | 40 g |
| Saturated | 8 g |
| Unsaturated | 32 g |
| Sodium | 800 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Contains some fiber
- Moderate glycemic index
- High in fat (especially saturated)
- Very high sodium content
- High calorie density
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Crispy onions?
Crispy onions has a glycemic index of 55 (Moderate). One typical tablespoon (15 g) has a glycemic load of 3.3; per 100 g the glycemic load is 22.
Is Crispy onions good for people with insulin resistance?
Crispy onions has a medium glycemic index (55). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Almond flakes.
Which form of Whole Onion has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Whole Onion in this database, Boiled onion has the lowest glycemic load (1 per 100 g).
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