Honey mustard sauce
Medium GI
GL 3.3 per typical tablespoon (15 g) · GL 22 per 100 g
- Contains unsaturated fats
- Very high added sugar
Honey mustard sauce has a glycemic index of 55 (Moderate). One typical tablespoon (15 g) adds a glycemic load of 3.3.
Updated Jul 13, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- GL 1 per 100 g This dressing offers a significantly lower glycemic impact (GI 15, GL 1) compared to honey mustard, providing a creamy texture without the sugar spike.
Tahini lemon herb dressing - GL 1 per 100 g Avocado mash provides a rich, savory alternative with a minimal glycemic load (GL 1) and healthy fats that help stabilize blood sugar.
Garlic avocado mash - GL 1 per 100 g Using Greek yogurt as a base creates a creamy, protein-rich sauce that keeps the glycemic load very low (GL 1) compared to the high-sugar honey mustard.
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 320 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 40 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 32 g |
| Natural | 7 g |
| Added | 25 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g |
| Soluble | 0.2 g |
| Insoluble | 0.3 g |
| Protein | 1 g |
| Fat | 18 g |
| Saturated | 2 g |
| Unsaturated | 16 g |
| Sodium | 900 mg |
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Why this score?
- Contains unsaturated fats
- Some water content
- Very high added sugar
- High glycemic load
- High sodium
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Honey mustard sauce?
Honey mustard sauce has a glycemic index of 55 (Moderate). One typical tablespoon (15 g) has a glycemic load of 3.3; per 100 g the glycemic load is 22.
Is Honey mustard sauce good for people with insulin resistance?
Honey mustard sauce has a medium glycemic index (55). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Tahini lemon herb dressing.
How does Honey mustard sauce affect blood sugar?
Honey mustard sauce has a glycemic load of 22 per 100g, which indicates a significant impact on blood sugar levels.
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