Jalapeños
Low GI
GL 0.9 per cup (90 g) · GL 1 per 100 g
- Very low glycemic load and index
- Contains moderate natural sugars
Jalapeños has a glycemic index of 15 (Low). One cup (90 g) adds a glycemic load of 0.9.
Reviewed Jul 31, 2026 · Sources: USDA FoodData Central #168576 , Logi Nutrition Team · Not medical advice · Report an error
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Forms of Jalapeños
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup, sliced | 90 g | 0.9 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 29 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 6.5 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 4.1 g |
| Natural | 4.1 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 2.8 g |
| Soluble | 0.7 g |
| Insoluble | 2.1 g |
| Protein | 0.9 g |
| Fat | 0.4 g |
| Saturated | 0.04 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.36 g |
| Sodium | 3 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Very low glycemic load and index
- Good fiber content
- Minimal processing
- Contains moderate natural sugars
- Low protein content
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
Recipes with Jalapeños
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Jalapeños?
Jalapeños has a glycemic index of 15 (Low). One cup (90 g) has a glycemic load of 0.9; per 100 g the glycemic load is 1.
Is Jalapeños good for people with insulin resistance?
Jalapeños has a low glycemic index (15), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Jalapeños has the lowest glycemic load?
Jalapeños has the lowest glycemic load of all forms of Jalapeños in this database (1 per 100 g).
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