Whole, fresh yellow onion
Low GI
GL 2.1 per piece (150 g) · GL 1.4 per 100 g
- Very low glycemic load
- Moderate carbohydrate content for a vegetable
Whole, fresh yellow onion has a glycemic index of 15, the same as plain Whole Onion (15). One piece (150 g) adds a glycemic load of 2.1.
Updated Jul 4, 2026 · Sources: USDA FoodData Central #790646 , Logi Nutrition Team · Not medical advice · Report an error
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 10 g | 0.1 |
| 1 medium | 150 g | 2.1 |
| 1 cup | 160 g | 2.2 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 40 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 9.3 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 4.2 g |
| Natural | 4.2 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 1.7 g |
| Soluble | 0.5 g |
| Insoluble | 1.2 g |
| Protein | 1.1 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g |
| Saturated | 0.03 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.02 g |
| Sodium | 4 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Very low glycemic load
- Rich in prebiotic fibers and antioxidants
- Moderate carbohydrate content for a vegetable
- Lower nutrient density compared to cruciferous vegetables
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Whole, fresh yellow onion?
Whole, fresh yellow onion has a glycemic index of 15 (Low). One piece (150 g) has a glycemic load of 2.1; per 100 g the glycemic load is 1.4.
Is Whole, fresh yellow onion good for people with insulin resistance?
Whole, fresh yellow onion has a low glycemic index (15), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
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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