Curry powder
Low GI
GL 3 per typical tablespoon (15 g) · GL 20.3 per 100 g
- Very low glycemic load
- High carbohydrate concentration
Curry powder has a glycemic index of 35 (Low). One typical tablespoon (15 g) adds a glycemic load of 3.
Reviewed Jul 31, 2026 · Sources: USDA FoodData Central #170924 , Logi Nutrition Team · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- GL 10 per 100 g Turmeric has a much lower glycemic index (15 vs 35) and a lower glycemic load, which helps minimize post-meal glucose spikes.
Ground Turmeric - GL 17.4 per 100 g Garam masala provides a slightly lower glycemic load (17.4 vs 20.3) while maintaining a similar flavor profile for your dish.
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Forms of Curry powder
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 teaspoon | 2 g | 0.4 |
| 1 tablespoon | 6 g | 1.3 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 325 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 58 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 2 g |
| Natural | 2 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 33 g |
| Soluble | 10 g |
| Insoluble | 23 g |
| Protein | 14 g |
| Fat | 14 g |
| Saturated | 2 g |
| Unsaturated | 12 g |
| Sodium | 52 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Very low glycemic load
- Excellent fiber content
- Anti-inflammatory spices
- High carbohydrate concentration
- Variable ingredient quality
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
Recipes with Curry powder
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Chakalaka (South African Spiced Vegetable Relish) 30 min · 10 ingredients · medium -
Jamaican Seafood Curry 270 min · 19 ingredients · medium -
Low-GI Coronation Chicken Salad 25 min · 12 ingredients · medium -
Low-Glycemic Roasted Cauliflower with Global Spice Variations 40 min · 16 ingredients · easy -
Sweet Potato and Spinach Curry 35 min · 8 ingredients · easy -
Curried Sweet Potato and Red Lentil Soup 35 min · 12 ingredients · medium
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Curry powder?
Curry powder has a glycemic index of 35 (Low). One typical tablespoon (15 g) has a glycemic load of 3; per 100 g the glycemic load is 20.3.
Is Curry powder good for people with insulin resistance?
Curry powder has a low glycemic index (35), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Curry powder has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Curry powder in this database, Curry spice mix has the lowest glycemic load (17.4 per 100 g).
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