Bbq sauce
High GI
GL 70.2 per cup (270 g) · GL 26 per 100 g
- Low fat content
- High added sugar
Bbq sauce has a glycemic index of 70 (High). One cup (270 g) adds a glycemic load of 70.2.
Reviewed Aug 7, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted, human-reviewed) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- GL 4 per 100 g This sugar-free version provides the same flavor profile with a significantly lower GL of 4 compared to 26, preventing sharp blood sugar spikes.
Homemade barbecue sauce (no added sugar) - GL 1 per 100 g Salsa offers a savory, tangy alternative with a very low GL of 1, making it an excellent choice for managing insulin response.
Tomato salsa - Homemade ketchup (tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, herbs)GL 5 per 100 g This glaze provides a similar savory-sweet experience with a much lower GL of 5, helping to keep your blood sugar levels more stable.
Forms of Bbq sauce
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 17 g | 4.4 |
| 2 tbsp (standard serving) | 34 g | 8.8 |
| 1 cup | 270 g | 70.2 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 150 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 37 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 30 g |
| Natural | 5 g |
| Added | 25 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Soluble | 0.3 g |
| Insoluble | 0.7 g |
| Protein | 1 g |
| Fat | 0.5 g |
| Saturated | 0.1 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.4 g |
| Sodium | 1200 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Low fat content
- Contains some fiber
- High added sugar
- High sodium content
- Ultra-processed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Bbq sauce?
Bbq sauce has a glycemic index of 70 (High). One cup (270 g) has a glycemic load of 70.2; per 100 g the glycemic load is 26.
Is Bbq sauce good for people with insulin resistance?
Bbq sauce has a high glycemic index (70) and raises blood sugar quickly. A lower-load alternative is Homemade barbecue sauce (no added sugar).
Which form of Bbq sauce has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Bbq sauce in this database, Homemade barbecue sauce (no added sugar) has the lowest glycemic load (4 per 100 g).
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