Cheese naan
High GI
GL 33.6 per typical piece (120 g) · GL 28 per 100 g
- Moderate protein content
- High glycemic load
Cheese naan has a glycemic index of 70, lower than plain Naan (72). One typical piece (120 g) adds a glycemic load of 33.6.
Updated Jan 8, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- GL 26 per 100 g Lower glycemic load, more fiber, and less saturated fat compared to cheese naan.
Whole wheat roti (indian flatbread) - GL 2 per 100 g Very low glycemic load and calories, plus higher fiber and micronutrients than standard naan.
Cauliflower flatbread (cauliflower, eggs, garlic) - GL 25 per 100 g Much higher fiber and protein, lower glycemic impact, and healthier fat profile than cheese naan.
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 310 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 40 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 3 g |
| Natural | 2 g |
| Added | 1 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Soluble | 0.6 g |
| Insoluble | 1.4 g |
| Protein | 9 g |
| Fat | 12 g |
| Saturated | 6 g |
| Unsaturated | 5 g |
| Sodium | 550 mg |
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Why this score?
- Moderate protein content
- Contains some fiber
- High glycemic load
- High sodium content
- High in saturated fat
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Cheese naan?
Cheese naan has a glycemic index of 70 (High). One typical piece (120 g) has a glycemic load of 33.6; per 100 g the glycemic load is 28.
Is Cheese naan good for people with insulin resistance?
Cheese naan has a high glycemic index (70) and raises blood sugar quickly. A lower-load alternative is Whole wheat roti (indian flatbread).
Which form of Naan has the lowest glycemic load?
Cheese naan has the lowest glycemic load of all forms of Naan in this database (28 per 100 g).
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