Harissa (North African chili paste)
Low GI
GL 3 per 100 g
- Contains antioxidants from peppers and spices
- High sodium content
Harissa (North African chili paste) has a glycemic index of 20, the same as plain Harissa Paste (20).
Updated Mar 31, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Forms of Harissa Paste
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Harissa (North African chili paste) is one of the 11,117 foods Logi scores when you photograph a meal — with the portion.
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 180 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 15 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 6 g |
| Natural | 6 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 4 g |
| Soluble | 1.2 g |
| Insoluble | 2.8 g |
| Protein | 2.5 g |
| Fat | 12 g |
| Saturated | 1.7 g |
| Unsaturated | 10 g |
| Sodium | 1200 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Contains antioxidants from peppers and spices
- Low glycemic load
- Source of healthy unsaturated fats
- High sodium content
- Moderate processing level
- May be spicy for sensitive individuals
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Harissa (North African chili paste)?
Harissa (North African chili paste) has a glycemic index of 20 (Low) and a glycemic load of 3 per 100 g.
Is Harissa (North African chili paste) good for people with insulin resistance?
Harissa (North African chili paste) 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 Harissa Paste has the lowest glycemic load?
Harissa (North African chili paste) has the lowest glycemic load of all forms of Harissa Paste in this database (3 per 100 g).
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