Green salsa
Low GI
GL 0.2 per typical tablespoon (15 g) · GL 1 per 100 g
- Very low glycemic load
- Low protein content
Green salsa has a glycemic index of 20, the same as plain Salsa (20). One typical tablespoon (15 g) adds a glycemic load of 0.2.
Updated Jul 14, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
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Forms of Salsa
- GI 20 · GL 1 per 100 g
Salsa - GI 10 · GL 0.4 per 100 g brand: valentina
Valentina sauce - GI 20 · GL 1 per 100 g low sodium
Fresh salsa (tomatoes, chilies, onions, cilantro, no salt or sugar) - GI 20 · GL 1 per 100 g red
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 28 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 6 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 3 g |
| Natural | 3 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 1.5 g |
| Soluble | 0.5 g |
| Insoluble | 1 g |
| Protein | 1 g |
| Fat | 0.3 g |
| Saturated | 0.05 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.2 g |
| Sodium | 250 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Very low glycemic load
- Low caloric density
- High water content for hydration
- Low protein content
- Often contains added sodium
- Potential for hidden preservatives if store-bought
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Green salsa?
Green salsa has a glycemic index of 20 (Low). One typical tablespoon (15 g) has a glycemic load of 0.2; per 100 g the glycemic load is 1.
Is Green salsa good for people with insulin resistance?
Green salsa has a low glycemic index (20), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Salsa has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Salsa in this database, Valentina sauce has the lowest glycemic load (0.4 per 100 g).
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