Roasted onion
Low GI
GL 6 per typical cup (150 g) · GL 4 per 100 g
- Low glycemic load
- Low protein content
Roasted onion has a glycemic index of 40, higher than plain Whole Onion (15). One typical cup (150 g) adds a glycemic load of 6.
Updated Jul 3, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 40 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 9.3 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 4.7 g |
| Natural | 4.7 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 | 0.02 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.02 g |
| Sodium | 4 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Low glycemic load
- Low calorie content
- Natural plant-based product
- Low protein content
- Potential loss of some vitamins during baking
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Roasted onion?
Roasted onion has a glycemic index of 40 (Low). One typical cup (150 g) has a glycemic load of 6; per 100 g the glycemic load is 4.
Is Roasted onion good for people with insulin resistance?
Roasted onion has a low glycemic index (40), 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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