Carrot
Low GI
GL 0.1 per piece (4 g) · GL 3 per 100 g
- Low glycemic load
- Moderate starch content
Carrot has a glycemic index of 35 (Low). One piece (4 g) adds a glycemic load of 0.1.
Reviewed Jul 31, 2026 · Sources: USDA FoodData Central #170393 , Logi Nutrition Team · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- GL 1 per 100 g It offers a lower carbohydrate count and higher nutrient density, making it better for blood sugar stability.
Broccoli - GL 1 per 100 g It has a significantly lower glycemic impact than carrots, ideal for strict insulin resistance management.
Cauliflower - GL 0.5 per 100 g It contains fewer carbohydrates and a lower glycemic load, minimizing post-meal glucose spikes.
Zucchini
Forms of Carrot
- GI 49 · GL 3 per 100 g canned
Canned carrots - GI 35 · GL 3 per 100 g julienne
Carrot julienne - Carrot salad with lemon juice, herbs, and extra virgin olive oilGI 35 · GL 3 per 100 g salad
- GI 39 · GL 3 per 100 g frozen
Frozen carrots - Grated carrotsGI 35 · GL 3 per 100 g grated
- Grilled carrotGI 35 · GL 3 per 100 g grilled
- GI 35 · GL 3 per 100 g pickled
Pickled carrots
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 slice | 3 g | 0.1 |
| 1 strip medium | 4 g | 0.1 |
| 1 strip large (3" long) | 7 g | 0.2 |
| 1 small (5-1/2" long) | 50 g | 1.5 |
| 1 medium | 61 g | 1.8 |
| 1 large (7-1/4" to 8-/1/2" long) | 72 g | 2.2 |
| 1 cup, grated | 110 g | 3.3 |
| 1 cup, strips or slices | 122 g | 3.7 |
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| 1 cup, chopped | 128 g | 3.8 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 41 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 9.6 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 4.7 g |
| Natural | 4.7 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 2.8 g |
| Soluble | 0.8 g |
| Insoluble | 2 g |
| Protein | 0.9 g |
| Fat | 0.2 g |
| Saturated | 0.04 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.16 g |
| Sodium | 69 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Low glycemic load
- Rich in dietary fiber
- High water content
- Moderate starch content
- Glycemic index increases when cooked
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
Recipes with Carrot
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Low-Glycemic Spanish-Style Cauliflower Rice 15 min · 11 ingredients · easy -
Air Fryer Onion Bhaji 50 min · 12 ingredients · medium -
Avgolemono with Pearl Barley 45 min · 13 ingredients · advanced -
Baba Ganoush with Crudités and Wholegrain Pita 35 min · 11 ingredients · medium -
Hearty Low-Glycemic Beef and Barley Stew 110 min · 21 ingredients · medium -
Bibimbap Bowl with Cauliflower Rice and Gochujang Egg 35 min · 11 ingredients · medium -
Moderate-GI Brown Rice Stir-Fry with Herb Omelette Ribbons 45 min · 15 ingredients · medium -
Chakalaka (South African Spiced Vegetable Relish) 30 min · 10 ingredients · medium -
Low-Glycemic Cold Peanut Noodle Salad with Crunchy Vegetables 25 min · 11 ingredients · easy -
Low-GI Cottage Pie with Carisma Potatoes 80 min · 18 ingredients · medium -
Creamy Peanut Chicken Noodles with Low-GI Adaptations 25 min · 11 ingredients · medium -
Low-Glycemic Roasted Carrot Soup with Cauliflower 65 min · 12 ingredients · easy
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Carrot?
Carrot has a glycemic index of 35 (Low). One piece (4 g) has a glycemic load of 0.1; per 100 g the glycemic load is 3.
Is Carrot good for people with insulin resistance?
Carrot has a low glycemic index (35), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Carrot has the lowest glycemic load?
Carrot has the lowest glycemic load of all forms of Carrot in this database (3 per 100 g).
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