Pickled red onion
Low GI
GL 1 per 100 g
- High in antioxidants
- May cause digestive discomfort in sensitive individuals
Pickled red onion has a glycemic index of 15, the same as plain Onion (15).
Updated Jul 3, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Forms of Onion
- GI 15 · GL 1.1 per 100 g
Onion - GI 15 · GL 0.6 per 100 g canned
Canned onions - GI 15 · GL 0.9 per 100 g fried
Fried onion - Onion, frozenGI 15 · GL 1 per 100 g frozen
- GI 15 · GL 1.2 per 100 g red
Red Onion - Boiled onionGI 15 · GL 1.5 per 100 g boiled
- GI 35 · GL 2 per 100 g pickled
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 38 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 8.9 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 4.2 g |
| Natural | 4.2 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 | 0.03 g |
| Sodium | 4 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- High in antioxidants
- Low glycemic load
- Good fiber content
- May cause digestive discomfort in sensitive individuals
- Slight acidity from vinegar
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Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Pickled red onion?
Pickled red onion has a glycemic index of 15 (Low) and a glycemic load of 1 per 100 g.
Is Pickled red onion good for people with insulin resistance?
Pickled red onion 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 Onion has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Onion in this database, Canned onions has the lowest glycemic load (0.6 per 100 g).
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