Boiled red lentils
Low GI
GL 5 per 100 g
- High fiber content
- Moderate glycemic index
Boiled red lentils has a glycemic index of 26, higher than plain Lentils (raw) (21).
Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Forms of Lentils (raw)
- GI 21 · GL 12.6 per 100 g
Lentils (raw) - GI 20 · GL 1 per 100 g smoked
Smoked tofu - GI 22 · GL 4 per 100 g blacksprouted
Germinated black lentils (cooked) - GI 25 · GL 4 per 100 g dressing
Lentil dressing - GI 28 · GL 4 per 100 g stew
Lentil stew with spinach or kale, minimal salt - Sprouted lentilsGI 21 · GL 4 per 100 g soakedsprouted
- GI 21 · GL 4.2 per 100 g cooked
Cooked Lentils - +15 more
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 116 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 20 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 1.8 g |
| Natural | 1.8 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 7.9 g |
| Soluble | 2.8 g |
| Insoluble | 5.1 g |
| Protein | 9 g |
| Fat | 0.4 g |
| Saturated | 0.1 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.3 g |
| Sodium | 2 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- High fiber content
- Rich in plant protein
- Low glycemic load
- Moderate glycemic index
- Contains some antinutrients
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Boiled red lentils?
Boiled red lentils has a glycemic index of 26 (Low) and a glycemic load of 5 per 100 g.
Is Boiled red lentils good for people with insulin resistance?
Boiled red lentils has a low glycemic index (26), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Lentils (raw) has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Lentils (raw) in this database, Smoked tofu has the lowest glycemic load (1 per 100 g).
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