Young onions (spring onions, scallions)
Low GI
GL 1 per typical bunch (100 g) · GL 1 per 100 g
- Very low glycemic load
- Low protein density
Young onions (spring onions, scallions) has a glycemic index of 15, the same as plain Whole Onion (15). One typical bunch (100 g) adds a glycemic load of 1.
Updated Mar 22, 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 | 32 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 7.3 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 2.3 g |
| Natural | 2.3 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 2.6 g |
| Soluble | 0.8 g |
| Insoluble | 1.8 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?
- Very low glycemic load
- Minimal processing level
- Low calorie density
- Low protein density
- Limited micronutrient profile compared to leafy greens
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Young onions (spring onions, scallions)?
Young onions (spring onions, scallions) has a glycemic index of 15 (Low). One typical bunch (100 g) has a glycemic load of 1; per 100 g the glycemic load is 1.
Is Young onions (spring onions, scallions) good for people with insulin resistance?
Young onions (spring onions, scallions) 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?
Young onions (spring onions, scallions) has the lowest glycemic load of all forms of Whole Onion in this database (1 per 100 g).
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