Fava beans
Low GI
GL 8.5 per cup (170 g) · GL 5 per 100 g
- Very low glycemic load (5)
- Moderate carbohydrate content
Fava beans has a glycemic index of 25 (Low). One cup (170 g) adds a glycemic load of 8.5.
Reviewed Aug 7, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted, human-reviewed) · Not medical advice · Report an error
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 10 g | 0.5 |
| 1 cup | 170 g | 8.5 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 88 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 18.7 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 1.8 g |
| Natural | 1.8 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 7.5 g |
| Soluble | 2.3 g |
| Insoluble | 5.3 g |
| Protein | 7.6 g |
| Fat | 0.5 g |
| Saturated | 0.1 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.4 g |
| Sodium | 5 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Very low glycemic load (5)
- High fiber content supports stable blood sugar
- Low fat and no added sugars
- Moderate carbohydrate content
- Lower protein density compared to other legumes
Allergens
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Fava beans?
Fava beans has a glycemic index of 25 (Low). One cup (170 g) has a glycemic load of 8.5; per 100 g the glycemic load is 5.
Is Fava beans good for people with insulin resistance?
Fava beans has a low glycemic index (25), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Fava beans has the lowest glycemic load?
Fava beans has the lowest glycemic load of all forms of Fava beans in this database (5 per 100 g).
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