Baby kale
Low GI
GL 1.5 per typical cup (150 g) · GL 1 per 100 g
- Very low glycemic load and index
- Slightly lower fiber than mature greens
Baby kale has a glycemic index of 2, the same as plain Kale (2). One typical cup (150 g) adds a glycemic load of 1.5.
Updated Oct 28, 2025 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Forms of Kale
- GI 2 · GL 1 per 100 g
Kale - Grünkohlblatt püriertGI 15 · GL 1 per 100 g boiled
- GI 5 · GL 1 per 100 g cooked
Kale sautéed with olive oil and lemon juice - Shredded kale salad with cold-pressed olive oil and ground flaxseedsGI 5 · GL 1 per 100 g slawwith flaxseeds
- GI 15 · GL 1 per 100 g steamed
Steamed Kale - GI 15 · GL 1 per 100 g black
Tuscan kale - GI 2 · GL 1 per 100 g tuscan
Tuscan Kale - +1 more
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 35 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 4.4 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 0.8 g |
| Natural | 0.8 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 1.6 g |
| Soluble | 0.5 g |
| Insoluble | 1.1 g |
| Protein | 2.9 g |
| Fat | 0.5 g |
| Saturated | 0.07 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.43 g |
| Sodium | 43 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Very low glycemic load and index
- Rich in vitamins and minerals
- Low calorie and unprocessed
- Slightly lower fiber than mature greens
- Lower protein than legumes
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Baby kale?
Baby kale has a glycemic index of 2 (Low). One typical cup (150 g) has a glycemic load of 1.5; per 100 g the glycemic load is 1.
Is Baby kale good for people with insulin resistance?
Baby kale has a low glycemic index (2), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Kale has the lowest glycemic load?
Baby kale has the lowest glycemic load of all forms of Kale in this database (1 per 100 g).
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