Kohlrabi
Low GI
GL 0.2 per piece (16 g) · GL 1.2 per 100 g
- Very low glycemic load
- Low protein content
Kohlrabi has a glycemic index of 35 (Low). One piece (16 g) adds a glycemic load of 0.2.
Reviewed Aug 6, 2026 · Sources: USDA FoodData Central #168424 , Logi Nutrition Team · Not medical advice · Report an error
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Forms of Kohlrabi
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 slice | 16 g | 0.2 |
| 1 cup | 135 g | 1.6 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 27 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 6.2 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 3.04 g |
| Natural | 3 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 2.8 g |
| Soluble | 0.8 g |
| Insoluble | 2 g |
| Protein | 1.7 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g |
| Saturated | 0.02 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.05 g |
| Sodium | 69 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Very low glycemic load
- Good source of dietary fiber
- High water content and low calorie density
- Low protein content
- Moderate carbohydrate density compared to leafy greens
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Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Kohlrabi?
Kohlrabi has a glycemic index of 35 (Low). One piece (16 g) has a glycemic load of 0.2; per 100 g the glycemic load is 1.2.
Is Kohlrabi good for people with insulin resistance?
Kohlrabi has a low glycemic index (35), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Kohlrabi has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Kohlrabi in this database, Pickled kohlrabi has the lowest glycemic load (1 per 100 g).
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