Collard greens
Low GI
GL 0.4 per cup (36 g) · GL 1 per 100 g
- High fiber content
- Contains some oxalates
Collard greens has a glycemic index of 2 (Low). One cup (36 g) adds a glycemic load of 0.4.
Updated Oct 14, 2025 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Forms of Collard greens
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup | 36 g | 0.4 |
| 1 serving (cooked) | 170 g | 1.7 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 35 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 4.4 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 0.99 g |
| Natural | 1 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 4.1 g |
| Soluble | 1.2 g |
| Insoluble | 2.9 g |
| Protein | 2.9 g |
| Fat | 0.5 g |
| Saturated | 0.07 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.33 g |
| Sodium | 38 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- High fiber content
- Rich in calcium and micronutrients
- Very low glycemic load
- Contains some oxalates
- May cause digestive discomfort in excess
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
Recipes with Collard greens
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Collard greens?
Collard greens has a glycemic index of 2 (Low). One cup (36 g) has a glycemic load of 0.4; per 100 g the glycemic load is 1.
Is Collard greens good for people with insulin resistance?
Collard greens has a low glycemic index (2), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Collard greens has the lowest glycemic load?
Collard greens has the lowest glycemic load of all forms of Collard greens in this database (1 per 100 g).
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