Green onion (raw)
Low GI
GL 0.2 per piece (15 g) · GL 1 per 100 g
- extremely low glycemic load
- low protein content
Green onion (raw) has a glycemic index of 15 (Low). One piece (15 g) adds a glycemic load of 0.2.
Reviewed Aug 6, 2026 · Sources: USDA FoodData Central #2727585 , Logi Nutrition Team · Not medical advice · Report an error
Forms of Green onion (raw)
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 6 g | 0.1 |
| 1 medium stalk | 15 g | 0.2 |
| 1 cup | 100 g | 1 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 32 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 7.3 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 2.3 g |
| Natural | 2.3 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 2.6 g |
| Soluble | 0.7 g |
| Insoluble | 1.9 g |
| Protein | 1.8 g |
| Fat | 0.2 g |
| Saturated | 0.03 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.07 g |
| Sodium | 16 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- extremely low glycemic load
- high water content and fiber
- low protein content
- minimal caloric density for satiety
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Green onion (raw)?
Green onion (raw) has a glycemic index of 15 (Low). One piece (15 g) has a glycemic load of 0.2; per 100 g the glycemic load is 1.
Is Green onion (raw) good for people with insulin resistance?
Green onion (raw) 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 Green onion (raw) has the lowest glycemic load?
Green onion (raw) has the lowest glycemic load of all forms of Green onion (raw) in this database (1 per 100 g).
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