Pickled onion
Low GI
GL 4.8 per cup (240 g) · GL 2 per 100 g
- Low glycemic load
- High sodium content
Pickled onion has a glycemic index of 35, higher than plain Whole Onion (15). One cup (240 g) adds a glycemic load of 4.8.
Updated Jul 3, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 15 g | 0.3 |
| 1 cup | 240 g | 4.8 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 28 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 6.5 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 3.5 g |
| Natural | 2 g |
| Added | 1.5 g |
| Fiber | 1.2 g |
| Soluble | 0.4 g |
| Insoluble | 0.8 g |
| Protein | 0.7 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g |
| Saturated | 0 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.1 g |
| Sodium | 600 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Low glycemic load
- Low-calorie product
- High sodium content
- Added sugar in the marinade
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Pickled onion?
Pickled onion has a glycemic index of 35 (Low). One cup (240 g) has a glycemic load of 4.8; per 100 g the glycemic load is 2.
Is Pickled onion good for people with insulin resistance?
Pickled onion has a low glycemic index (35), 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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