Barley
Low GI
GL 18.8 per cup (157 g) · GL 12 per 100 g
- Low glycemic index
- Moderate glycemic load
Barley has a glycemic index of 50 (Low). One cup (157 g) adds a glycemic load of 18.8.
Reviewed Jul 31, 2026 · Sources: USDA FoodData Central #170285 , Logi Nutrition Team · Not medical advice · Report an error
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Forms of 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 35 · GL 17 per 100 g roti
Barley flatbread - GI 25 · GL 20 per 100 g pearl
Pearl barley - GI 28 · GL 21 per 100 g roasted
Roasted barley
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup | 157 g | 18.8 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 111 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 23 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 0.4 g |
| Natural | 0.4 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 1.8 g |
| Soluble | 0.54 g |
| Insoluble | 1.26 g |
| Protein | 2.6 g |
| Fat | 0.9 g |
| Saturated | 0.2 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.7 g |
| Sodium | 5 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Low glycemic index
- Contains soluble fiber
- Moderate glycemic load
- Low protein density
Allergens
Recipes with Barley
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Barley?
Barley has a glycemic index of 50 (Low). One cup (157 g) has a glycemic load of 18.8; per 100 g the glycemic load is 12.
Is Barley good for people with insulin resistance?
Barley has a low glycemic index (50), 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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