Boiled beetroot
Medium GI
GL 8.7 per cup (170 g) · GL 5.1 per 100 g
- Low glycemic load
- Moderate glycemic index
Boiled beetroot has a glycemic index of 64, higher than plain Beetroot (61). One cup (170 g) adds a glycemic load of 8.7.
Updated Jul 4, 2026 · Sources: USDA FoodData Central #169146 , Logi Nutrition Team · Not medical advice · Report an error
Forms of Beetroot
- GI 61 · GL 4.2 per 100 g
Beetroot - GI 64 · GL 4.6 per 100 g canned
Canned beetroot - GI 64 · GL 6 per 100 g yellow
Golden beet - GI 64 · GL 8.7 per 100 g roasted
Roasted beetroot - Fried beetrootGI 65 · GL 9 per 100 g fried
- GI 64 · GL 10.4 per 100 g pickled
Pickled beetroot - GI 64 · GL 45.3 per 100 g dried
Dried beets
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup, slices | 170 g | 8.7 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 44 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 9.96 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 7.96 g |
| Natural | 8 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Soluble | 0.6 g |
| Insoluble | 1.4 g |
| Protein | 1.68 g |
| Fat | 0.18 g |
| Saturated | 0.03 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.15 g |
| Sodium | 78 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Low glycemic load
- Rich in micronutrients and nitrates
- Moderate glycemic index
- Rapidly absorbable carbohydrates
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Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Boiled beetroot?
Boiled beetroot has a glycemic index of 64 (Moderate). One cup (170 g) has a glycemic load of 8.7; per 100 g the glycemic load is 5.1.
Is Boiled beetroot good for people with insulin resistance?
Boiled beetroot has a moderate glycemic index (64). People with insulin resistance can consume it in moderation, ideally paired with protein or healthy fats.
Which form of Beetroot has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Beetroot in this database, Beetroot has the lowest glycemic load (4.2 per 100 g).
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