Cabbage
Low GI
GL 0.2 per piece (23 g) · GL 1 per 100 g
- Very low glycemic load
- Low protein density
Cabbage has a glycemic index of 10 (Low). One piece (23 g) adds a glycemic load of 0.2.
Reviewed Jul 31, 2026 · Sources: USDA FoodData Central #169975 , Logi Nutrition Team · Not medical advice · Report an error
Forms of Cabbage
- Boiled cabbageGI 15 · GL 1 per 100 g boiled
- Boiled red cabbageGI 15 · GL 1 per 100 g redboiled
- Cabbage vinegar saladGI 10 · GL 1 per 100 g vinegar salad
- GI 10 · GL 1 per 100 g raw
Grated cabbage - Grilled cabbageGI 10 · GL 1 per 100 g grilled
- GI 20 · GL 1 per 100 g miso soup
Miso soup with cabbage - GI 10 · GL 1 per 100 g purple
Purple cabbage
Logi · Manage Insulin Resistance
Lower your blood sugar through smarter food choices
Cabbage is one of the 11,117 foods Logi scores when you photograph a meal — with the portion.
Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 leaf | 15 g | 0.2 |
| 1 leaf, medium | 23 g | 0.2 |
| 1 leaf, large | 33 g | 0.3 |
| 1 cup, shredded | 70 g | 0.7 |
| 1 cup, chopped | 89 g | 0.9 |
| 1 head, small (about 4-1/2" dia) | 714 g | 7.1 |
| 1 head, medium (about 5-3/4" dia) | 908 g | 9.1 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 25 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 5.8 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 3.2 g |
| Natural | 3.2 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 2.5 g |
| Soluble | 0.75 g |
| Insoluble | 1.75 g |
| Protein | 1.3 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g |
| Saturated | 0.03 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.02 g |
| Sodium | 18 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Very low glycemic load
- Excellent fiber-to-calorie ratio
- High water content for hydration
- Low protein density
- Limited micronutrient diversity compared to leafy greens
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
Recipes with Cabbage
-
Bigos — Polish Hunter's Stew 150 min · 10 ingredients · medium -
Low-GI Fårikål: The Norwegian National Dish, Rebuilt for Steady Blood Sugar 150 min · 15 ingredients · medium -
Low-Glycemic Butter-Braised Cabbage 25 min · 5 ingredients · easy -
Low-Carb Shirataki Noodle Stir-Fry with Chicken and Vegetables 30 min · 11 ingredients · easy -
Low-Glycemic Green Goddess Salad with Protein Crisps 15 min · 15 ingredients · easy
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Cabbage?
Cabbage has a glycemic index of 10 (Low). One piece (23 g) has a glycemic load of 0.2; per 100 g the glycemic load is 1.
Is Cabbage good for people with insulin resistance?
Cabbage 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 Cabbage has the lowest glycemic load?
Cabbage has the lowest glycemic load of all forms of Cabbage in this database (1 per 100 g).
Check Cabbage in the Logi app, with your portion.
