Onion powder vs Onion Salt
Overall, Onion powder has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 4 of our comparison points versus 2.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Onion powder | Onion Salt |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | b | — |
| NOVA group | 1 | 2 |
| Calories | 39 kcal | 64 kcal |
| Fat | 0.6 g | 0.3 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.2 g | 0 g |
| Sugars | 4.8 g | 0.8 g |
| Salt | 0.1 g | 65.2 g |
| Fiber | 1.7 g | 0.5 g |
| Protein | 1.1 g | 1.4 g |
| Additives | 0 | 0 |
| Allergens | None listed | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Onion powder has 40% fewer calories (39 kcal vs 64 kcal).
- Onion Salt has 58% less fat (0.3 g vs 0.6 g).
- Onion Salt has 83% less sugar (0.8 g vs 4.8 g).
- Onion powder has 100% less salt (0.1 g vs 65.2 g).
- Onion powder has 73% more fiber (1.7 g vs 0.5 g).
- Onion powder is less processed (lower NOVA group).
Ingredients
Onion powder
ONION POWDER
Onion Salt
Salt, granulated onion, rice concentrate.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Onion powder or Onion Salt?
Overall, Onion powder has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. We compare Nutri-Score, processing level and seven nutrients per 100 g. Your own needs (for example low sugar or high protein) may make a different choice better for you.
Which has fewer calories?
Onion powder has fewer calories: 39 kcal versus 64 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Onion Salt has less sugar: 0.8 g versus 4.8 g per 100 g.