Barley flatbread
Low GI
GL 20.4 per typical piece (120 g) · GL 17 per 100 g
- Low glycemic index
- Contains gluten
Barley flatbread has a glycemic index of 35, lower than plain Barley (50). One typical piece (120 g) adds a glycemic load of 20.4.
Updated Jul 13, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
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- GL 2.7 per 100 g Flaxseed wrap offers a significantly lower glycemic load (1 vs 17) while maintaining a similar grain-based texture and usage.
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Cauliflower wrap (homemade) - GL 1 per 100 g Leafy green wraps are an excellent, ultra-low glycemic choice (GL 1) that drastically reduces the glucose spike compared to barley flatbread.
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Forms of Barley
- GI 50 · GL 12 per 100 g
Barley - GI 28 · GL 7 per 100 g pilaf
Barley pilaf - GI 28 · GL 7.9 per 100 g refined
Barley (whole grain, cooked) - GI 28 · GL 8 per 100 g overnight
Barley soaked overnight - Cooked barleyGI 28 · GL 8 per 100 g cooked
- GI 25 · GL 20 per 100 g pearl
Pearl barley - GI 28 · GL 21 per 100 g roasted
Roasted barley - +4 more
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 250 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 48 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 1.5 g |
| Natural | 1.5 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 7 g |
| Soluble | 2.5 g |
| Insoluble | 4.5 g |
| Protein | 8 g |
| Fat | 2 g |
| Saturated | 0.4 g |
| Unsaturated | 1.6 g |
| Sodium | 250 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Low glycemic index
- High beta-glucan fiber
- Moderate protein content
- Contains gluten
- Moderate sodium content
- Processed grain product
Allergens
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Barley flatbread?
Barley flatbread has a glycemic index of 35 (Low). One typical piece (120 g) has a glycemic load of 20.4; per 100 g the glycemic load is 17.
Is Barley flatbread good for people with insulin resistance?
Barley flatbread has a low glycemic index (35), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Barley has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Barley in this database, Barley pilaf has the lowest glycemic load (7 per 100 g).
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