Spring onion
Medium GI
GL 30 per 100 g
- High fiber content
- High glycemic load
Spring onion has a glycemic index of 60 (Moderate).
Updated Sep 2, 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 | 250 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 50 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 8 g |
| Natural | 5 g |
| Added | 3 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Soluble | 0.9 g |
| Insoluble | 2.1 g |
| Protein | 2 g |
| Fat | 2 g |
| Saturated | 0.3 g |
| Unsaturated | 1.7 g |
| Sodium | 2500 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- High fiber content
- Low calorie content
- Vitamin content
- High glycemic load
- High sodium content
- Presence of added sugars
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
Recipes with Spring onion
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Bulgogi Lettuce Wraps 20 min · 12 ingredients · advanced -
Fattoush with Wholegrain Pita Chips 17 min · 13 ingredients · advanced -
Ginger Pork Shōgayaki with Cauliflower Rice 20 min · 8 ingredients · medium -
Lighter Hot and Sour Soup with Tofu and Egg Ribbons 22 min · 13 ingredients · advanced -
Low-GI Ghormeh Sabzi (Persian Herb & Kidney Bean Stew) 65 min · 12 ingredients · advanced -
Low-GI Okroshka with Celeriac (Cold Kefir Soup) 25 min · 9 ingredients · medium -
Sundubu Jjigae (Korean Soft Tofu Stew) 25 min · 10 ingredients · medium
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Spring onion?
Spring onion has a glycemic index of 60 (Moderate) and a glycemic load of 30 per 100 g.
Is Spring onion good for people with insulin resistance?
Spring onion has a medium glycemic index (60). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Broccoli sprout juice.
How does Spring onion affect blood sugar?
Spring onion has a glycemic load of 30 per 100g, which indicates a significant impact on blood sugar levels.
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