Hash brown
High GI
GL 27.6 per typical piece (120 g) · GL 23 per 100 g
- Contains some fiber
- High glycemic load and index
Hash brown has a glycemic index of 75 (High). One typical piece (120 g) adds a glycemic load of 27.6.
Updated Oct 29, 2025 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- GL 14 per 100 g Lower glycemic load, less fat, and higher vitamin A compared to regular fried hash browns.
Baked sweet potato hash browns (minimal oil) - GL 1 per 100 g Much lower glycemic load and calories, plus higher fiber and micronutrients.
Cauliflower casserole (riced cauliflower instead of potatoes) - GL 7 per 100 g Lower in carbohydrates and glycemic load, with more fiber and less fat.
Baked zucchini fritters (with eggs and whole-grain flour)
Forms of Hash brown
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 270 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 30 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 0.5 g |
| Natural | 0.5 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 2.5 g |
| Soluble | 0.8 g |
| Insoluble | 1.8 g |
| Protein | 2.5 g |
| Fat | 16 g |
| Saturated | 3.5 g |
| Unsaturated | 12.5 g |
| Sodium | 450 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Contains some fiber
- Low added sugars
- High glycemic load and index
- High sodium content
- High in total and saturated fat
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Hash brown?
Hash brown has a glycemic index of 75 (High). One typical piece (120 g) has a glycemic load of 27.6; per 100 g the glycemic load is 23.
Is Hash brown good for people with insulin resistance?
Hash brown has a high glycemic index (75) and raises blood sugar quickly. A lower-load alternative is Baked sweet potato hash browns (minimal oil).
Which form of Hash brown has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Hash brown in this database, Hash brown casserole has the lowest glycemic load (12 per 100 g).
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