Frozen quinoa
Low GI
GL 11 per 100 g
- High in protein for a grain
- Moderate glycemic load
Frozen quinoa has a glycemic index of 53, the same as plain Cooked Quinoa (53).
Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Forms of Cooked Quinoa
- GI 53 · GL 11 per 100 g
Cooked Quinoa - GI 45 · GL 6 per 100 g green bean salad
Green bean, quinoa, and cherry tomato salad with light vinaigrette - Sprouted buckwheatGI 35 · GL 7 per 100 g sprouted
- GI 50 · GL 8 per 100 g vegetable salad
Quinoa and vegetable salad with light dressing - GI 45 · GL 9 per 100 g stuffing
Quinoa vegetable stuffing - GI 45 · GL 10 per 100 g idli
Fermented steamed cake (quinoa and lentils) - GI 53 · GL 11 per 100 g cooked
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 120 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 21.3 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 0.9 g |
| Natural | 0.9 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 2.8 g |
| Soluble | 0.9 g |
| Insoluble | 1.9 g |
| Protein | 4.1 g |
| Fat | 1.9 g |
| Saturated | 0.2 g |
| Unsaturated | 1.7 g |
| Sodium | 5 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- High in protein for a grain
- Good fiber content
- Low in added sugars
- Moderate glycemic load
- Contains some carbohydrates
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Frozen quinoa?
Frozen quinoa has a glycemic index of 53 (Low) and a glycemic load of 11 per 100 g.
Is Frozen quinoa good for people with insulin resistance?
Frozen quinoa has a low glycemic index (53), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Cooked Quinoa has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Cooked Quinoa in this database, Green bean, quinoa, and cherry tomato salad with light vinaigrette has the lowest glycemic load (6 per 100 g).
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