Onion powder
Low GI
GL 1.2 per typical teaspoon (5 g) · GL 24 per 100 g
- High fiber content
- High glycemic load per 100g
Onion powder has a glycemic index of 30 (Low). One typical teaspoon (5 g) adds a glycemic load of 1.2.
Reviewed Jul 31, 2026 · Sources: USDA FoodData Central #171327 , Logi Nutrition Team · Not medical advice · Report an error
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Onion powder is one of the 11,117 foods Logi scores when you photograph a meal — with the portion.
Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 teaspoon | 2 g | 0.6 |
| 1 tablespoon | 7 g | 1.7 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 341 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 79.1 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 7 g |
| Natural | 7 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 15.2 g |
| Soluble | 4.56 g |
| Insoluble | 10.64 g |
| Protein | 10.4 g |
| Fat | 1 g |
| Saturated | 0.2 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.8 g |
| Sodium | 73 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- High fiber content
- Low glycemic index
- Minimal processing level
- High glycemic load per 100g
- Concentrated carbohydrate density
- Low nutrient-to-calorie ratio compared to fresh form
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
Recipes with Onion powder
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Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Wings with Low-GI Glaze 31 min · 9 ingredients · easy -
Almond-Crusted Chicken Breasts with Herb Coating 30 min · 10 ingredients · medium -
Low-Glycemic Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Bell Peppers 65 min · 12 ingredients · medium -
Low-Glycemic Baked Chicken Parmesan 35 min · 10 ingredients · medium -
Herb-Crusted Grilled Salmon with Fresh Avocado-Tomato Salsa 22 min · 15 ingredients · easy -
Protein-Packed Air-Fried Chicken Sandwich 27 min · 13 ingredients · medium -
Mediterranean Roasted Cauliflower Bowl with Tahini Drizzle 45 min · 17 ingredients · easy -
Herb-Spiced Turkey Breakfast Patties with Creamy Avocado-Lime Sauce 25 min · 16 ingredients · easy
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Onion powder?
Onion powder has a glycemic index of 30 (Low). One typical teaspoon (5 g) has a glycemic load of 1.2; per 100 g the glycemic load is 24.
Is Onion powder good for people with insulin resistance?
Onion powder has a low glycemic index (30), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
How does Onion powder affect blood sugar?
Onion powder has a glycemic load of 24 per 100g, which indicates a significant impact on blood sugar levels.
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