Whole soybeans, lightly steamed and sprinkled with salt
Low GI
GL 3.1 per cup (155 g) · GL 2 per 100 g
- Very low glycemic load and index
- High sodium content due to added salt
Whole soybeans, lightly steamed and sprinkled with salt has a glycemic index of 16 (Low). One cup (155 g) adds a glycemic load of 3.1.
Reviewed Aug 6, 2026 · Sources: USDA FoodData Central #168411 , Logi Nutrition Team · Not medical advice · Report an error
Forms of Whole soybeans, lightly steamed and sprinkled with salt
- GI 15 · GL 1 per 100 g steamed
Whole edamame beans, lightly salted and steamed - GI 20 · GL 2 per 100 g boiledmashed
Edamame dip (with lemon juice and herbs) - GI 25 · GL 2 per 100 g low sodiummiso soup
Homemade miso soup with reduced-sodium miso paste and edamame - GI 15 · GL 5 per 100 g roasted
Dry roasted edamame beans
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Whole soybeans, lightly steamed and sprinkled with salt is one of the 11,117 foods Logi scores when you photograph a meal — with the portion.
Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup | 155 g | 3.1 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 141 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 11.1 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 2.3 g |
| Natural | 2.3 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 5.2 g |
| Soluble | 1.56 g |
| Insoluble | 3.64 g |
| Protein | 12.4 g |
| Fat | 6.4 g |
| Saturated | 0.9 g |
| Unsaturated | 5.5 g |
| Sodium | 250 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Very low glycemic load and index
- Excellent source of plant-based protein and fiber
- High healthy unsaturated fat profile
- High sodium content due to added salt
- Contains anti-nutrients like phytates and lectins
- Potential allergen for many individuals
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Whole soybeans, lightly steamed and sprinkled with salt?
Whole soybeans, lightly steamed and sprinkled with salt has a glycemic index of 16 (Low). One cup (155 g) has a glycemic load of 3.1; per 100 g the glycemic load is 2.
Is Whole soybeans, lightly steamed and sprinkled with salt good for people with insulin resistance?
Whole soybeans, lightly steamed and sprinkled with salt has a low glycemic index (16), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Whole soybeans, lightly steamed and sprinkled with salt has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Whole soybeans, lightly steamed and sprinkled with salt in this database, Whole edamame beans, lightly salted and steamed has the lowest glycemic load (1 per 100 g).
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