Kidney beans
Low GI
GL 8.5 per cup (170 g) · GL 5 per 100 g
- High fiber content
- Contains some antinutrients
Kidney beans has a glycemic index of 24 (Low). One cup (170 g) adds a glycemic load of 8.5.
Reviewed Aug 6, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted, human-reviewed) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Forms of Kidney beans
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 10 g | 0.5 |
| 1 serving (approx. 1/2 cup) | 130 g | 6.5 |
| 1 cup | 170 g | 8.5 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 127 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 22.8 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 0.3 g |
| Natural | 0.3 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 6.4 g |
| Soluble | 2.2 g |
| Insoluble | 4.2 g |
| Protein | 8.7 g |
| Fat | 0.5 g |
| Saturated | 0.1 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.4 g |
| Sodium | 2 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- High fiber content
- Low glycemic index
- Rich in plant protein
- Contains some antinutrients
- May cause digestive discomfort in sensitive individuals
Recipes with Kidney beans
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Kidney beans?
Kidney beans has a glycemic index of 24 (Low). One cup (170 g) has a glycemic load of 8.5; per 100 g the glycemic load is 5.
Is Kidney beans good for people with insulin resistance?
Kidney beans has a low glycemic index (24), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Kidney beans has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Kidney beans in this database, Canned kidney beans has the lowest glycemic load (4 per 100 g).
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