Couscous with chickpeas, peas, and tomatoes
Medium GI
GL 40 per typical can (400 g) · GL 10 per 100 g
- Moderate glycemic load
- Medium glycemic index
Couscous with chickpeas, peas, and tomatoes has a glycemic index of 55, lower than plain Couscous (65). One typical can (400 g) adds a glycemic load of 40.
Updated Oct 17, 2025 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
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Couscous with chickpeas, peas, and tomatoes is one of the 11,117 foods Logi scores when you photograph a meal — with the portion.
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 120 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 19 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 2.5 g |
| Natural | 2 g |
| Added | 0.5 g |
| Fiber | 3.5 g |
| Soluble | 1.1 g |
| Insoluble | 2.4 g |
| Protein | 4.5 g |
| Fat | 2.5 g |
| Saturated | 0.4 g |
| Unsaturated | 2.1 g |
| Sodium | 350 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Moderate glycemic load
- Good fiber content
- Low saturated fat content
- Medium glycemic index
- Relatively high sodium content
- Light degree of processing
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Couscous with chickpeas, peas, and tomatoes?
Couscous with chickpeas, peas, and tomatoes has a glycemic index of 55 (Moderate). One typical can (400 g) has a glycemic load of 40; per 100 g the glycemic load is 10.
Is Couscous with chickpeas, peas, and tomatoes good for people with insulin resistance?
Couscous with chickpeas, peas, and tomatoes has a medium glycemic index (55). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Quinoa with Chickpeas and Vegetables.
Which form of Couscous has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Couscous in this database, Tuna salad cous cous has the lowest glycemic load (9 per 100 g).
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