Chestnut rice
Medium GI
GL 20 per 100 g
- Contains dietary fiber
- Moderate glycemic load
Chestnut rice has a glycemic index of 65 (Moderate).
Updated Aug 25, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- GL 1 per 100 g Cauliflower rice offers a massive reduction in glycemic load (from 20 to 1) while providing a similar texture for a rice-based dish.
Finely chopped cauliflower (cauliflower rice) - GL 4 per 100 g Lentils provide a much slower, more stable blood sugar response with a significantly lower GL of 4 compared to 20.
Whole brown lentils - GL 11 per 100 g Quinoa is a more nutrient-dense grain alternative that lowers the glycemic load by nearly half compared to chestnut rice.
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 145 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 31 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 1.2 g |
| Natural | 1.2 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 2.2 g |
| Soluble | 0.7 g |
| Insoluble | 1.5 g |
| Protein | 2.7 g |
| Fat | 1.1 g |
| Saturated | 0.2 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.9 g |
| Sodium | 3 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Contains dietary fiber
- Low in saturated fat
- Moderate glycemic load
- Low protein content
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Chestnut rice?
Chestnut rice has a glycemic index of 65 (Moderate) and a glycemic load of 20 per 100 g.
Is Chestnut rice good for people with insulin resistance?
Chestnut rice has a medium glycemic index (65). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Finely chopped cauliflower (cauliflower rice).
How does Chestnut rice affect blood sugar?
Chestnut rice has a glycemic load of 20 per 100g, which indicates a significant impact on blood sugar levels.
Check Chestnut rice in the Logi app, with your portion.
