Yellow lentils
Low GI
GL 5 per 100 g
- High fiber content
- May cause digestive discomfort in sensitive individuals
Yellow lentils has a glycemic index of 25, higher than plain Lentils (raw) (21).
Updated Jul 2, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Forms of Lentils (raw)
- GI 21 · GL 12.6 per 100 g
Lentils (raw) - GI 20 · GL 1 per 100 g smoked
Smoked tofu - GI 22 · GL 4 per 100 g blacksprouted
Germinated black lentils (cooked) - GI 25 · GL 4 per 100 g dressing
Lentil dressing - GI 28 · GL 4 per 100 g stew
Lentil stew with spinach or kale, minimal salt - Sprouted lentilsGI 21 · GL 4 per 100 g soakedsprouted
- GI 21 · GL 4.2 per 100 g cooked
Cooked Lentils - +15 more
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 116 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 20 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 1.8 g |
| Natural | 1.8 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 8 g |
| Soluble | 2.5 g |
| Insoluble | 5.5 g |
| Protein | 9 g |
| Fat | 0.4 g |
| Saturated | 0.1 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.3 g |
| Sodium | 2 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- High fiber content
- Low glycemic index
- Rich in plant protein
- May cause digestive discomfort in sensitive individuals
- Contains some antinutrients
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Yellow lentils?
Yellow lentils has a glycemic index of 25 (Low) and a glycemic load of 5 per 100 g.
Is Yellow lentils good for people with insulin resistance?
Yellow lentils has a low glycemic index (25), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Lentils (raw) has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Lentils (raw) in this database, Smoked tofu has the lowest glycemic load (1 per 100 g).
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