Avocado
Low GI
GL 1.5 per cup (146 g) · GL 1 per 100 g
- Extremely low glycemic load
- High calorie density
Avocado has a glycemic index of 10 (Low). One cup (146 g) adds a glycemic load of 1.5.
Reviewed Jul 31, 2026 · Sources: USDA FoodData Central #171705 , Logi Nutrition Team · Not medical advice · Report an error
Forms of Avocado
- AvocadoGI 10 · GL 1 per 100 g potassium rich
- Avocado cocoa mousse (avocado, unsweetened cocoa, stevia)GI 10 · GL 1 per 100 g boiledchocolate
- GI 10 · GL 1 per 100 g cooked
Avocado cream - Avocado hassGI 10 · GL 1 per 100 g hass
- GI 10 · GL 1 per 100 g pureedressing
Avocado lime dressing - Avocado mashed with turmeric and black pepperGI 10 · GL 1 per 100 g boiledturmeric
- Avocado salad with pumpkin or sunflower seedsGI 10 · GL 1 per 100 g salad with seeds
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 NLEA Serving | 50 g | 0.5 |
| 1 cup, sliced | 146 g | 1.5 |
| 1 cup, cubes | 150 g | 1.5 |
| 1 cup, pureed | 230 g | 2.3 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 160 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 8.5 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 0.7 g |
| Natural | 0.7 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 6.7 g |
| Soluble | 2 g |
| Insoluble | 4.7 g |
| Protein | 2 g |
| Fat | 15 g |
| Saturated | 2.1 g |
| Unsaturated | 12.9 g |
| Sodium | 7 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Extremely low glycemic load
- Excellent source of dietary fiber
- Rich in heart-healthy unsaturated fats
- High calorie density
- Moderate saturated fat content
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
Recipes with Avocado
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Aguachile Verde 20 min · 8 ingredients · medium -
Baked Avocado Eggs with Herbs 32 min · 5 ingredients · easy -
Avocado Half with Salt & Lime 2 min · 3 ingredients · easy -
Low-Glycemic Avocado Toast with Egg 15 min · 3 ingredients · easy -
Black Bean Soup with Lime and Avocado 30 min · 11 ingredients · medium -
Low-Glycemic Cauliflower Fritters with Avocado 33 min · 9 ingredients · easy -
Low-Glycemic Dark Chocolate Avocado Pudding Tarts 55 min · 11 ingredients · medium -
Grilled White Fish Tacos with Fresh Watermelon-Avocado Salsa 25 min · 12 ingredients · medium -
Low-Glycemic Green Chicken Chili with White Beans 51 min · 16 ingredients · medium -
Low-Glycemic Green Club Sandwich 15 min · 5 ingredients · easy -
Low-Glycemic Green Goddess Power Salad 45 min · 9 ingredients · easy -
Herb-Crusted Grilled Salmon with Fresh Avocado-Tomato Salsa 22 min · 15 ingredients · easy
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Avocado?
Avocado has a glycemic index of 10 (Low). One cup (146 g) has a glycemic load of 1.5; per 100 g the glycemic load is 1.
Is Avocado good for people with insulin resistance?
Avocado has a low glycemic index (10), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Avocado has the lowest glycemic load?
Avocado has the lowest glycemic load of all forms of Avocado in this database (1 per 100 g).
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