Green papaya
Medium GI
GL 7.2 per typical piece (120 g) · GL 6 per 100 g
- Low calorie density
- Moderate glycemic index
Green papaya has a glycemic index of 60, the same as plain Papaya (60). One typical piece (120 g) adds a glycemic load of 7.2.
Updated Jul 4, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- GL 0.5 per 100 g It has a significantly lower glycemic load and fewer carbohydrates, making it ideal for blood sugar management.
Zucchini - GL 1 per 100 g Its minimal impact on blood glucose levels makes it a superior choice for those managing insulin resistance.
Cucumber - Daikon radish greensGL 1 per 100 g It provides a similar crunch with a much lower glycemic impact and higher nutrient density per calorie.
Forms of Papaya
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 39 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 9.8 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 5.9 g |
| Natural | 5.9 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 1.8 g |
| Soluble | 0.5 g |
| Insoluble | 1.3 g |
| Protein | 0.6 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g |
| Saturated | 0.03 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.07 g |
| Sodium | 3 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Low calorie density
- High water content
- Moderate glycemic index
- Low fiber-to-carbohydrate ratio
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
Recipes with Green papaya
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Green papaya?
Green papaya has a glycemic index of 60 (Moderate). One typical piece (120 g) has a glycemic load of 7.2; per 100 g the glycemic load is 6.
Is Green papaya good for people with insulin resistance?
Green papaya has a medium glycemic index (60). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Zucchini.
Which form of Papaya has the lowest glycemic load?
Green papaya has the lowest glycemic load of all forms of Papaya in this database (6 per 100 g).
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