Parsnip
Low GI
GL 7.8 per cup (156 g) · GL 5 per 100 g
- Good source of dietary fiber
- Moderate glycemic load
Parsnip has a glycemic index of 52 (Low). One cup (156 g) adds a glycemic load of 7.8.
Reviewed Aug 6, 2026 · Sources: USDA FoodData Central #170400 , Logi Nutrition Team · Not medical advice · Report an error
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Forms of Parsnip
- Celeriac gratinGI 35 · GL 2 per 100 g gratin
- GI 35 · GL 3 per 100 g boiled
Boiled celeriac - GI 35 · GL 3 per 100 g bakedcubes
Celeriac (celery root), diced and baked - Celeriac, sautéedGI 35 · GL 3 per 100 g friedcubes
- GI 35 · GL 3 per 100 g roasted
Roasted celery root - Steamed and mashed or cubed celeriac (celery root)GI 35 · GL 3 per 100 g steamed
- GI 35 · GL 5 per 100 g fries
Celery root fries
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup | 156 g | 7.8 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 42 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 9.2 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 2.45 g |
| Natural | 2.5 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 4.9 g |
| Soluble | 1.5 g |
| Insoluble | 3.4 g |
| Protein | 1.5 g |
| Fat | 0.3 g |
| Saturated | 0.05 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.15 g |
| Sodium | 10 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Good source of dietary fiber
- Contains essential vitamins and minerals
- Moderate glycemic load
- Higher starch content compared to leafy greens
Allergens
Recipes with Parsnip
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Blitva — Dalmatian Chard with Celeriac and Potato 28 min · 6 ingredients · medium -
Erwtensoep (Dutch Split Pea Soup with Celeriac and Smoked Sausage) 60 min · 13 ingredients · medium -
Königsberger Klopse in Caper Cream Sauce with Celeriac Mash 40 min · 16 ingredients · advanced -
Low-GI Beef Gulyás with Celeriac 70 min · 12 ingredients · advanced -
Low-GI Borscht with Celeriac 60 min · 14 ingredients · advanced -
Low-GI Fiskesuppe — Salmon and Celeriac Cream Soup 40 min · 11 ingredients · advanced -
Low-GI Köttbullar with Celeriac Mash 40 min · 13 ingredients · advanced -
Low-GI Kapuśniak (Sauerkraut Soup with Smoked Ribs and Celeriac) 45 min · 13 ingredients · advanced -
Low-GI Linseneintopf (German Lentil Stew with Celeriac) 45 min · 12 ingredients · advanced -
Low-GI Okroshka with Celeriac (Cold Kefir Soup) 25 min · 9 ingredients · medium -
Low-GI Shepherd's Pie with Celeriac Mash 50 min · 12 ingredients · advanced -
Roast Chicken with Celeriac Chips and Garlicky Greens 115 min · 12 ingredients · medium
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Parsnip?
Parsnip has a glycemic index of 52 (Low). One cup (156 g) has a glycemic load of 7.8; per 100 g the glycemic load is 5.
Is Parsnip good for people with insulin resistance?
Parsnip has a low glycemic index (52), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Parsnip has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Parsnip in this database, Celeriac gratin has the lowest glycemic load (2 per 100 g).
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