Kimbap
Medium GI
GL 20 per 100 g
- Contains vegetables and seaweed
- Moderate glycemic load
Kimbap has a glycemic index of 68 (Moderate).
Updated Sep 15, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- GL 10 per 100 g By swapping to a blend of brown rice and lentils, you benefit from higher fiber and protein content, which lowers the glycemic load by half (from 20 to 10) for a more sustained energy release.
Whole grain brown rice and lentil blend - GL 1 per 100 g Tofu skin is a high-protein, low-glycemic alternative that provides a similar texture for rolls while keeping the glycemic load at a negligible 1, preventing sharp insulin responses.
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 160 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 30 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 2 g |
| Natural | 2 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 2.2 g |
| Soluble | 0.7 g |
| Insoluble | 1.5 g |
| Protein | 4 g |
| Fat | 3 g |
| Saturated | 0.7 g |
| Unsaturated | 2.3 g |
| Sodium | 350 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Contains vegetables and seaweed
- Moderate fiber content
- Low added sugars
- Moderate glycemic load
- Contains processed ingredients (rice, fillings)
- Moderate sodium content
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Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Kimbap?
Kimbap has a glycemic index of 68 (Moderate) and a glycemic load of 20 per 100 g.
Is Kimbap good for people with insulin resistance?
Kimbap has a medium glycemic index (68). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Whole grain brown rice and lentil blend.
How does Kimbap affect blood sugar?
Kimbap has a glycemic load of 20 per 100g, which indicates a significant impact on blood sugar levels.
Check Kimbap in the Logi app, with your portion.
