Canned chickpeas
Low GI
GL 13 per cup (152 g) · GL 8.5 per 100 g
- Low glycemic index
- High net carbohydrate content
Canned chickpeas has a glycemic index of 42, higher than plain Chickpeas (28). One cup (152 g) adds a glycemic load of 13.
Updated Jul 3, 2026 · Sources: USDA FoodData Central #2644288 , Logi Nutrition Team · Not medical advice · Report an error
Forms of Chickpeas
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tbsp | 10 g | 0.8 |
| 1 cup, drained | 152 g | 13 |
| 1 can, drained and rinsed | 254 g | 21.7 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 133 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 20.32 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 4 g |
| Natural | 4 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 6.3 g |
| Soluble | 1.9 g |
| Insoluble | 4.4 g |
| Protein | 7.02 g |
| Fat | 3.1 g |
| Saturated | 0.36 g |
| Unsaturated | 2.74 g |
| Sodium | 50 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Low glycemic index
- High fiber and plant protein content
- High net carbohydrate content
- Potential for blood glucose spikes in large portions
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Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Canned chickpeas?
Canned chickpeas has a glycemic index of 42 (Low). One cup (152 g) has a glycemic load of 13; per 100 g the glycemic load is 8.5.
Is Canned chickpeas good for people with insulin resistance?
Canned chickpeas has a low glycemic index (42), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Chickpeas has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Chickpeas in this database, Sprouted chickpeas has the lowest glycemic load (6 per 100 g).
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