Peas and onions, canned, solids and liquids & Diabetes
Low glycemic impact for the stated serving. Glycemic load of 3.9 per 100g.
✅ Nutrition data verified · GL 3.9/100g · GI 61.9 · TIER 3 ⚠️ GI: Subcategory Estimate
GI estimated from food subcategory average — not directly tested on this food. [1] [3]
Blood Sugar Response
Nutrition at a Glance
What Makes This Version Different
The sugar figure here (0 per 100g) is the family's floor: well below the family average, where the variants run 0-4.4 per 100g. This version carries the most sodium in the Peas and onions group: 442 mg per 100g, about 3.3 times the family average (spread 4 to 442 mg per 100g).
The Peas and onions family's GL range is 3.2-6.2 per 100g across 9 versions, enough spread to make the specific choice count. See the numbers side by side: Frozen, Canned, Frozen.
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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 →Glycemic Load by Serving Size
| Portion | Weight | Carbs | Glycemic Load | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ½ Serving | 60g | 5.1g | 2.3 | Friendly |
| Standard Serving | 120g | 10.3g | 4.7 | Friendly |
| Restaurant Portion | 240g | 20.6g | 9.4 | Friendly |
GL ≤10 = Low (Friendly) · 11–19 = Moderate · ≥20 = High (Limit).
The page-level verdict is based on GL per 100g; this table shows how portion size changes the actual GL you get.
Questions People Ask
Is Peas and onions good for diabetes?
Peas and onions has a GL of 3.9 — in the lower range. The carbs are released slowly, or there simply aren't many carbs to begin with. As always, check your personal glucose response.
What is the glycemic load of Peas and onions?
Per 100g, Peas and onions has a GL of 3.9. This means one standard serving (1 cup chopped) provides approximately 4.7 GL — which is low.
How does Peas and onions affect blood sugar?
Peas and onions affects blood sugar by releasing glucose during digestion. Since its GL is 3.9 (low), it's unlikely to cause problems in standard servings. Individual responses vary — check your glucose monitor.
Is the GI value accurate?
The GI of 61.9 for Peas and onions 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.
Methodology & 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, 120.0g) = 3.9 × 120.0 ÷ 100 = 4.7
Nutrition Data: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy Release (April 2018). FDC ID: 170019. 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. “Peas and onions, canned, solids and liquids — Glycemic Load & Diabetes Reference.” GlycemicWise, July 2026. https://glycemicwise.com/foods/peas-and-onions-canned-solids-and-liquids/
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.