Coleslaw
Low GI
GL 3.2 per serving (108 g) · GL 3 per 100 g
- Low glycemic load
- High sodium content
Coleslaw has a glycemic index of 40 (Low). One serving (108 g) adds a glycemic load of 3.2.
Reviewed Aug 6, 2026 · Sources: USDA FoodData Central #169026 , Logi Nutrition Team · Not medical advice · Report an error
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Forms of Coleslaw
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving | 108 g | 3.2 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 160 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 8 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 4.5 g |
| Natural | 3.5 g |
| Added | 1 g |
| Fiber | 2.5 g |
| Soluble | 0.8 g |
| Insoluble | 1.8 g |
| Protein | 1.2 g |
| Fat | 13 g |
| Saturated | 1.5 g |
| Unsaturated | 11 g |
| Sodium | 320 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Low glycemic load
- Good vegetable base
- High sodium content
- Moderate fat content from oil dressings
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
Recipes with Coleslaw
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Coleslaw?
Coleslaw has a glycemic index of 40 (Low). One serving (108 g) has a glycemic load of 3.2; per 100 g the glycemic load is 3.
Is Coleslaw good for people with insulin resistance?
Coleslaw has a low glycemic index (40), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Coleslaw has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Coleslaw in this database, Cabbage salad with avocado-based dressing has the lowest glycemic load (1 per 100 g).
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