Cooked Green Beans
Low GI
GL 2.5 per cup (125 g) · GL 2 per 100 g
- Very low glycemic load
- Lower protein density compared to cruciferous vegetables
Cooked Green Beans has a glycemic index of 30, higher than plain Green Beans (15). One cup (125 g) adds a glycemic load of 2.5.
Updated Jul 4, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
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- GL 1 per 100 g Offers significantly higher levels of protein, antioxidants, and anti-inflammatory compounds.
Broccoli - GL 1 per 100 g Provides more essential minerals and vitamins per calorie than green beans.
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Asparagus
Forms of Green Beans
- GI 15 · GL 1 per 100 g
Green Beans - Canned green beanGI 30 · GL 1 per 100 g canned
- Flat beansGI 15 · GL 1 per 100 g flat
- Grilled green beanGI 15 · GL 1 per 100 g grilled
- GI 15 · GL 1 per 100 g roasted
Roasted Green Beans - GI 15 · GL 1 per 100 g steamed
Steamed green beans - GI 15 · GL 1 per 100 g yellow
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 8 g | 0.2 |
| 1 serving | 125 g | 2.5 |
| 1 cup | 125 g | 2.5 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 35 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 7.9 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 1.4 g |
| Natural | 1.4 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 3.2 g |
| Soluble | 0.96 g |
| Insoluble | 2.24 g |
| Protein | 1.9 g |
| Fat | 0.2 g |
| Saturated | 0.05 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.15 g |
| Sodium | 6 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Very low glycemic load
- Good source of dietary fiber
- High water content for satiety
- Lower protein density compared to cruciferous vegetables
- Lower micronutrient density than dark leafy greens
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Cooked Green Beans?
Cooked Green Beans has a glycemic index of 30 (Low). One cup (125 g) has a glycemic load of 2.5; per 100 g the glycemic load is 2.
Is Cooked Green Beans good for people with insulin resistance?
Cooked Green Beans 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.
Which form of Green Beans has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Green Beans in this database, Canned green bean has the lowest glycemic load (1 per 100 g).
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