Endive
Low GI
GL 5.1 per piece (513 g) · GL 1 per 100 g
- Very low glycemic load
- Low protein content
Endive has a glycemic index of 15 (Low). One piece (513 g) adds a glycemic load of 5.1.
Reviewed Aug 6, 2026 · Sources: USDA FoodData Central #168412 , Logi Nutrition Team · Not medical advice · Report an error
Forms of Endive
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup, chopped | 50 g | 0.5 |
| 1 head | 513 g | 5.1 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 17 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 3.4 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 0.25 g |
| Natural | 0.3 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 3.1 g |
| Soluble | 0.9 g |
| Insoluble | 2.2 g |
| Protein | 1.3 g |
| Fat | 0.2 g |
| Saturated | 0.03 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.17 g |
| Sodium | 22 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Very low glycemic load
- High fiber content
- Minimal processing
- Low protein content
- Limited vitamin diversity
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Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Endive?
Endive has a glycemic index of 15 (Low). One piece (513 g) has a glycemic load of 5.1; per 100 g the glycemic load is 1.
Is Endive good for people with insulin resistance?
Endive 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 Endive has the lowest glycemic load?
Endive has the lowest glycemic load of all forms of Endive in this database (1 per 100 g).
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