Cucumber
Low GI
GL 1 per 100 g
- Extremely low glycemic load
- Low fiber density
Cucumber has a glycemic index of 15, the same as plain Cucumber (15).
Updated Jul 6, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
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Forms of Cucumber
- GI 15 · GL 1 per 100 g
Cucumber - Peeled cucumberGI 15 · GL 0.3 per 100 g peeled
- GI 15 · GL 0.3 per 100 g low sodiumpickled
Unsalted fermented cucumbers - GI 15 · GL 0.4 per 100 g pickled
Pickled cucumber - GI 15 · GL 0.4 per 100 g pickledsugar free
Cucumber pickled with minimal salt and no added sugar - Cucumber ginger soakedGI 15 · GL 0.5 per 100 g ginger soaked
- GI 15 · GL 0.5 per 100 g herb
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 15 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 3.6 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 1.7 g |
| Natural | 1.7 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g |
| Soluble | 0.15 g |
| Insoluble | 0.35 g |
| Protein | 0.7 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g |
| Saturated | 0.02 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.08 g |
| Sodium | 2 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Extremely low glycemic load
- High water content for hydration
- Low fiber density
- Low nutrient profile compared to leafy greens
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Cucumber?
Cucumber has a glycemic index of 15 (Low) and a glycemic load of 1 per 100 g.
Is Cucumber good for people with insulin resistance?
Cucumber has a low glycemic index (15), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Cucumber has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Cucumber in this database, Peeled cucumber has the lowest glycemic load (0.3 per 100 g).
Check Cucumber in the Logi app, with your portion.
