Arrowroot starch
Medium GI
GL 8.6 per typical tablespoon (15 g) · GL 57 per 100 g
- Gluten-free thickener
- High glycemic index
Arrowroot starch has a glycemic index of 65 (Moderate). One typical tablespoon (15 g) adds a glycemic load of 8.6.
Updated Jul 12, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- GL 1 per 100 g Almond flour provides a significantly lower glycemic impact (GL 1 vs 57) and adds healthy fats and fiber to stabilize blood sugar.
Almond flour - GL 17.1 per 100 g Coconut flour is a much lower glycemic alternative (GL 3 vs 57) that is commonly used in similar baking applications as arrowroot starch.
Coconut flour - GL 0.1 per 100 g Flaxseed meal is an excellent low-glycemic binder (GL 1 vs 57) that can replace the thickening properties of arrowroot starch while supporting blood sugar control.
Ground flaxseed and water mixture (flax egg)
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 357 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 88.2 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 0 g |
| Natural | 0 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 3.4 g |
| Soluble | 1.02 g |
| Insoluble | 2.38 g |
| Protein | 0.3 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g |
| Saturated | 0 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.1 g |
| Sodium | 2 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Gluten-free thickener
- Low in fat
- High glycemic index
- Very low protein content
- Low micronutrient density
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
Recipes with Arrowroot starch
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Arrowroot starch?
Arrowroot starch has a glycemic index of 65 (Moderate). One typical tablespoon (15 g) has a glycemic load of 8.6; per 100 g the glycemic load is 57.
Is Arrowroot starch good for people with insulin resistance?
Arrowroot starch has a medium glycemic index (65). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Almond flour.
How does Arrowroot starch affect blood sugar?
Arrowroot starch has a glycemic load of 57 per 100g, which indicates a significant impact on blood sugar levels.
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