Onions, frozen, chopped, unprepared & Diabetes
Low glycemic impact for the stated serving. Glycemic load of 3.1 per 100g.
✅ Nutrition data verified · GL 3.1/100g · GI 61.9 · TIER 3 ⚠️ GI: Subcategory Estimate
GI estimated from food subcategory average — not directly tested on this food. [1] [3]
Glycemic Impact
Nutrition Profile
Version Differences at a Glance
The saturated fat figure here is the family ceiling — 0.0 per 100g, about 43% above the family average, where variants run 0.0-0.0 per 100g. At 0 per 100g, this is the lowest-sugar version in the Onions group — well below the family average, with the family spanning 0 to 3.8 per 100g.
Glycemic load across the 6-item Onions group runs 2.7 to 4.2 per 100g, so the version matters as much as the food. See the numbers side by side: Unprepared, Cooked, Cooked.
Related Vegetables and Vegetable Products Options
Tips for Enjoying It
💡 Cook Lightly or Eat Raw
Overcooking breaks down vegetable fiber and can increase glycemic impact. Light steaming preserves structure and nutrients.
💡 Check Your Own Response
Individual blood sugar responses vary. Use a glucose meter to understand how this food affects you personally.
💡 Glycemic Load Over Glycemic Index
GL accounts for both the speed AND amount of carbohydrate, making it more practical for real-world eating than GI alone.
💡 Pair Carbs With Protein
Adding protein to a carbohydrate-containing meal slows digestion and helps prevent blood sugar spikes.
Lower-GL Alternatives
🥦 Chrysanthemum leaves, raw
GL 0/100g — Low GL
Fiber 3.0g/100g. Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Chrysanthemum leaves, raw & diabetes →🥦 Chrysanthemum, garland, raw
GL 0/100g — Low GL
Fiber 3.0g/100g. Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Chrysanthemum, garland, raw & diabetes →🥦 Alfalfa seeds, sprouted, raw
GL 0.1/100g — Low GL
Fiber 1.9g/100g. Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Alfalfa seeds, sprouted, raw & diabetes →🥦 Mustard greens, frozen, unprepared
GL 0.1/100g — Low GL
Fiber 3.3g/100g. Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Mustard greens, frozen, unprepared & diabetes →Frequently Asked Questions
Is Onions chopped good for diabetes?
According to its GL of 3.1 and fiber content of 1.8g, Onions chopped has a favorable nutritional profile for blood sugar management. This is a dietary reference based on published data.
How much GL does Onions chopped have per serving?
Onions chopped's glycemic load: 3.1 (per 100g). Unlike GI which only measures speed, GL accounts for actual carbohydrate quantity — making it the more practical number for diabetes management.
How does Onions chopped affect blood sugar?
Blood sugar impact of Onions chopped: Low. The key factors are its GI (61.9) and available carb content (5.0g/100g), which together produce a GL of 3.1.
Is the GI value accurate?
The GI of 61.9 for Onions chopped is estimated (Tier 3), not directly ISO-tested on this specific food. It is based on the weighted average GI of foods in the Vegetables and Vegetable Products category from the International GI Tables (Atkinson et al., 2021). Actual GI may vary by variety, ripeness, cooking method, and individual response. We display estimated values with full transparency so you can make informed decisions.
References & Data Sources
Data Tier: TIER 3 — estimated from category average
Glycemic Index (GI): 61.9 — subcategory_avg:Vegetables and Vegetable Products. Source: International GI Tables (Atkinson, Brand-Miller et al., Diabetes Care, 2021). University of Sydney GI Research Service.
GL (per serving, 95.0g) = 3.1 × 95.0 ÷ 100 = 2.9
Nutrition Data: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy Release (April 2018). FDC ID: 170410. Data are in the public domain (CC0 1.0).
GL Classification: ≤10 = Low (Low GL), 11–19 = Moderate (Eat in Moderation), ≥20 = High (Limit). Based on University of Sydney Glycemic Index Foundation classification.
⚠️ GI value is estimated, not directly ISO-tested on this specific food. Actual GI may vary by variety, cooking method, and individual glycemic response.
Cite this page: GlycemicWise. “Onions, frozen, chopped, unprepared — Glycemic Load & Diabetes Reference.” GlycemicWise, July 2026. https://glycemicwise.com/foods/onions-frozen-chopped-unprepared/
Dietary reference — not medical advice. This page provides evidence-based dietary reference information for general educational purposes. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Individual blood sugar responses vary significantly. Always check your blood glucose to understand your personal response to foods, and talk to your doctor or a registered dietitian before changing your diet. Data sources are cited above and publicly available from the USDA and the University of Sydney Glycemic Index Research Service.