Cranberry walnut salad topping

GI 55 · ModerateGL 4.1 / tablespoon4/10

Medium GI

55 GI

GL 4.1 per typical tablespoon (15 g) · GL 27.5 per 100 g

Logi score 4/10

Contains healthy unsaturated fats
High added sugar content

Cranberry walnut salad topping has a glycemic index of 55 (Moderate). One typical tablespoon (15 g) adds a glycemic load of 4.1.

Updated Jul 12, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error

Instead of this

Raw, unsalted walnuts
GL 2.1 per 100 g Walnuts offer a significantly lower GI (15 vs 55) and GL (1 vs 22), providing a much steadier blood sugar response.
Almond flakes
GL 1.9 per 100 g Toasted almond flakes provide a similar crunch with a much lower GI (15) and GL (1) compared to the original topping.

Related forms

Crunchy salad toppings (generic, e.g., fried onions, croutons, bacon bits)
GI 65 · GL 36 per 100 g crunchy

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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)

420

Calories

50 g

Carbs

6 g

Protein

22 g

Fat

per 100g

Calories	420 kcal
Carbohydrates	50 g
Sugars (Total)	38 g
Natural	13 g
Added	25 g
Fiber	5 g
Soluble	1.5 g
Insoluble	3.5 g
Protein	6 g
Fat	22 g
Saturated	2 g
Unsaturated	18 g
Sodium	5 mg

Processing Level

70%

Highly Processed

Why this score?

Contains healthy unsaturated fats
Provides dietary fiber
High added sugar content
Moderate glycemic load
Moderately processed

Allergens

Contains: tree nuts

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the glycemic index of Cranberry walnut salad topping?

Cranberry walnut salad topping has a glycemic index of 55 (Moderate). One typical tablespoon (15 g) has a glycemic load of 4.1; per 100 g the glycemic load is 27.5.

Is Cranberry walnut salad topping good for people with insulin resistance?

Cranberry walnut salad topping has a medium glycemic index (55). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Raw, unsalted walnuts.

How does Cranberry walnut salad topping affect blood sugar?

Cranberry walnut salad topping has a glycemic load of 27.5 per 100g, which indicates a significant impact on blood sugar levels.

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