Garam masala
Low GI
GL 0.9 per typical teaspoon (5 g) · GL 17.4 per 100 g
- Low sugar content
- Unknown level of processing
Garam masala has a glycemic index of 30 (Low). One typical teaspoon (5 g) adds a glycemic load of 0.9.
Reviewed Aug 6, 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 teaspoon | 3 g | 0.6 |
| 1 tablespoon | 10 g | 1.7 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 58 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 3 g |
| Natural | 3 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 25 g |
| Soluble | 7.5 g |
| Insoluble | 17.5 g |
| Protein | 12 g |
| Fat | 10 g |
| Saturated | 2 g |
| Unsaturated | 8 g |
| Sodium | 80 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Low sugar content
- High fiber content
- Low glycemic index
- Unknown level of processing
- Quite high caloric content
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
Recipes with Garam masala
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Garam masala?
Garam masala has a glycemic index of 30 (Low). One typical teaspoon (5 g) has a glycemic load of 0.9; per 100 g the glycemic load is 17.4.
Is Garam masala good for people with insulin resistance?
Garam masala has a low glycemic index (30), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
How does Garam masala affect blood sugar?
Garam masala has a glycemic load of 17.4 per 100g, which indicates a moderate impact on blood sugar levels.
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