Low-fat cottage cheese
Low GI
GL 2.5 per cup (245 g) · GL 1 per 100 g
- Very low glycemic load and index
- Moderate sodium content
Low-fat cottage cheese has a glycemic index of 27, higher than plain Greek yogurt (11). One cup (245 g) adds a glycemic load of 2.5.
Updated Jul 15, 2026 · Sources: USDA FoodData Central #330137 , Logi Nutrition Team · Not medical advice · Report an error
Forms of Greek yogurt
- GI 11 · GL 1 per 100 g
Greek yogurt - Greek yogurt (plain, nonfat)GI 11 · GL 0.4 per 100 g thinned with water
- GI 11 · GL 0.4 per 100 g lactose free
Lactose-free greek yogurt (strained, low-fat, with probiotics) - GI 20 · GL 1 per 100 g chocolate
Cocoa powder and plain greek yogurt combination - GI 20 · GL 1 per 100 g full fat
Full-Fat Greek Yogurt - Greek yogurtGI 35 · GL 1 per 100 g sheep milk
- GI 20 · GL 1 per 100 g alfredo sauce
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 15 g | 0.2 |
| 1 container (8 oz) | 227 g | 2.3 |
| 1 cup | 245 g | 2.5 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 61 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 3.64 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 3.64 g |
| Natural | 3.6 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Soluble | 0 g |
| Insoluble | 0 g |
| Protein | 10.3 g |
| Fat | 0.37 g |
| Saturated | 0.24 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.13 g |
| Sodium | 350 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Very low glycemic load and index
- High protein content
- No added sugars
- Moderate sodium content
- Virtually no fiber
- Some saturated fat
Allergens
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Low-fat cottage cheese?
Low-fat cottage cheese has a glycemic index of 27 (Low). One cup (245 g) has a glycemic load of 2.5; per 100 g the glycemic load is 1.
Is Low-fat cottage cheese good for people with insulin resistance?
Low-fat cottage cheese has a low glycemic index (27), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Greek yogurt has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Greek yogurt in this database, Greek yogurt (plain, nonfat) has the lowest glycemic load (0.4 per 100 g).
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