Arborio rice
Medium GI
GL 110 per cup (200 g) · GL 55 per 100 g
- Naturally low in fat
- Very high glycemic load
Arborio rice has a glycemic index of 69 (Moderate). One cup (200 g) adds a glycemic load of 110.
Reviewed Aug 7, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted, human-reviewed) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- GL 9.8 per 100 g Quinoa has a significantly lower glycemic load (11 vs 55) and lower glycemic index, making it a much better choice for blood sugar stability.
Cooked quinoa - GL 28 per 100 g Farro offers a much lower glycemic index (40 vs 69) and a substantially lower glycemic load, which helps prevent sharp blood sugar spikes.
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 teaspoon | 4 g | 2.3 |
| 1 tablespoon | 13 g | 6.9 |
| 1 cup | 200 g | 110 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 356 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 80 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 0.1 g |
| Natural | 0.1 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Soluble | 0.3 g |
| Insoluble | 0.7 g |
| Protein | 6.7 g |
| Fat | 0.4 g |
| Saturated | 0.1 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.3 g |
| Sodium | 1 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Naturally low in fat
- No added sugars
- Very high glycemic load
- Low fiber content
- Starchy refined carbohydrate
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Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Arborio rice?
Arborio rice has a glycemic index of 69 (Moderate). One cup (200 g) has a glycemic load of 110; per 100 g the glycemic load is 55.
Is Arborio rice good for people with insulin resistance?
Arborio rice has a medium glycemic index (69). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Cooked quinoa.
How does Arborio rice affect blood sugar?
Arborio rice has a glycemic load of 55 per 100g, which indicates a significant impact on blood sugar levels.
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