Lemon rice
High GI
GL 30 per typical cup (150 g) · GL 20 per 100 g
- Low saturated fat
- High glycemic index and load
Lemon rice has a glycemic index of 70 (High). One typical cup (150 g) adds a glycemic load of 30.
Updated Oct 17, 2025 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- GL 1 per 100 g It offers a much lower glycemic load and higher fiber compared to lemon rice, making it better for insulin resistance.
Finely chopped cauliflower (cauliflower rice) - GL 11 per 100 g Quinoa provides more protein and fiber and has a gentler effect on blood sugar than lemon rice.
Cooked Quinoa - GL 10 per 100 g Brown rice with lentils lowers the overall glycemic load and increases fiber, which helps manage blood sugar better than plain lemon rice.
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 150 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 28 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 0.5 g |
| Natural | 0.5 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 1.2 g |
| Soluble | 0.4 g |
| Insoluble | 0.8 g |
| Protein | 3 g |
| Fat | 3 g |
| Saturated | 0.5 g |
| Unsaturated | 2 g |
| Sodium | 250 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Low saturated fat
- No added sugars
- Contains some protein
- High glycemic index and load
- Low fiber content
- High sodium
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Lemon rice?
Lemon rice has a glycemic index of 70 (High). One typical cup (150 g) has a glycemic load of 30; per 100 g the glycemic load is 20.
Is Lemon rice good for people with insulin resistance?
Lemon rice has a high glycemic index (70) and raises blood sugar quickly. A lower-load alternative is Finely chopped cauliflower (cauliflower rice).
How does Lemon rice affect blood sugar?
Lemon rice has a glycemic load of 20 per 100g, which indicates a significant impact on blood sugar levels.
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