Unripe plantain
Low GI
GL 16.8 per typical piece (120 g) · GL 14 per 100 g
- Contains resistant starch
- Moderate glycemic load
Unripe plantain has a glycemic index of 45, higher than plain Plantain (40). One typical piece (120 g) adds a glycemic load of 16.8.
Updated Mar 23, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- GL 1 per 100 g It offers a similar texture when mashed or fried but with a significantly lower glycemic impact for blood sugar management.
Cauliflower - GL 0.5 per 100 g It is much lower in total carbohydrates and calories, making it a better option for maintaining stable insulin levels.
Zucchini - GL 5 per 100 g It provides a similar mouthfeel and satiety while being much lower on the glycemic scale, reducing the risk of insulin spikes.
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 122 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 31 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 6 g |
| Natural | 6 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 2.3 g |
| Soluble | 0.7 g |
| Insoluble | 1.6 g |
| Protein | 1.3 g |
| Fat | 0.4 g |
| Saturated | 0.1 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.3 g |
| Sodium | 2 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Contains resistant starch
- Low glycemic index
- Moderate glycemic load
- Starch-dense carbohydrate profile
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Unripe plantain?
Unripe plantain has a glycemic index of 45 (Low). One typical piece (120 g) has a glycemic load of 16.8; per 100 g the glycemic load is 14.
Is Unripe plantain good for people with insulin resistance?
Unripe plantain has a low glycemic index (45), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Plantain has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Plantain in this database, Plantain has the lowest glycemic load (13 per 100 g).
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