Broccoli
Low GI
GL 1.5 per piece (150 g) · GL 1 per 100 g
- Extremely low glycemic load
- Low energy density (may require large portions)
Broccoli has a glycemic index of 10 (Low). One piece (150 g) adds a glycemic load of 1.5.
Reviewed Jul 31, 2026 · Sources: USDA FoodData Central #747447 , Logi Nutrition Team · Not medical advice · Report an error
Forms of Broccoli
- GI 10 · GL 1 per 100 g fried
Air-Fried Broccoli - Broccoli frozenGI 15 · GL 1 per 100 g frozen
- GI 15 · GL 1 per 100 g salad
Broccoli salad - GI 15 · GL 1 per 100 g with light soy sauce
Broccoli with Light Soy Sauce - Charred broccoliGI 10 · GL 1 per 100 g grilled
- Cooked broccoliGI 15 · GL 1 per 100 g cooked
- GI 10 · GL 1 per 100 g steamed
Steamed broccoli
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Broccoli is one of the 11,117 foods Logi scores when you photograph a meal — with the portion.
Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup | 88 g | 0.9 |
| 1 serving | 91 g | 0.9 |
| 1 medium stalk | 150 g | 1.5 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 34 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 6.6 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 1.7 g |
| Natural | 1.7 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 2.6 g |
| Soluble | 0.8 g |
| Insoluble | 1.8 g |
| Protein | 2.8 g |
| Fat | 0.4 g |
| Saturated | 0.1 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.3 g |
| Sodium | 33 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Extremely low glycemic load
- Good source of dietary fiber
- Rich in micronutrients and antioxidants
- Low energy density (may require large portions)
- Moderate protein content for a primary meal component
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
Recipes with Broccoli
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Chilli-Garlic Greens 20 min · 8 ingredients · easy -
Creamy Peanut Chicken Noodles with Low-GI Adaptations 25 min · 11 ingredients · medium -
Low-Glycemic Crispy Tofu & Shirataki Noodle Teriyaki Bowl 35 min · 16 ingredients · medium -
Low-GI Sticky Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowl 35 min · 6 ingredients · easy -
Lemon Garlic Chicken with Roasted Broccoli 35 min · 7 ingredients · easy -
Low-GI Miso-Glazed Salmon with Roasted Broccoli 30 min · 5 ingredients · easy -
Roasted Butternut Squash and Pearl Barley Salad with Balsamic Dressing 45 min · 14 ingredients · medium -
Omega-Rich Green Power Bowl with Smoked Mackerel 20 min · 9 ingredients · easy -
Sweet Chilli Glazed Salmon with Cauliflower Rice 55 min · 10 ingredients · medium -
Thai Chili-Lime Tofu & Broccoli Stir-Fry 22 min · 8 ingredients · medium -
Whole Wheat Pasta with Broccoli and Toasted Almonds 20 min · 8 ingredients · easy
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Broccoli?
Broccoli has a glycemic index of 10 (Low). One piece (150 g) has a glycemic load of 1.5; per 100 g the glycemic load is 1.
Is Broccoli good for people with insulin resistance?
Broccoli has a low glycemic index (10), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Broccoli has the lowest glycemic load?
Broccoli has the lowest glycemic load of all forms of Broccoli in this database (1 per 100 g).
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