Boiled whole green lentils
Low GI
GL 11.5 per cup (198 g) · GL 5.8 per 100 g
- Low glycemic index and load
- Moderate carbohydrate content
Boiled whole green lentils has a glycemic index of 29, higher than plain Lentils (raw) (21). One cup (198 g) adds a glycemic load of 11.5.
Updated Jul 4, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
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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
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 12 g | 0.7 |
| 1 cup | 198 g | 11.5 |
| 1 serving | 198 g | 11.5 |
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 | 7.9 g |
| Soluble | 2.4 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?
- Low glycemic index and load
- Excellent source of plant-based protein and fiber
- Minimal fat content
- Moderate carbohydrate content
- Can be heavy for sensitive digestion
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Boiled whole green lentils?
Boiled whole green lentils has a glycemic index of 29 (Low). One cup (198 g) has a glycemic load of 11.5; per 100 g the glycemic load is 5.8.
Is Boiled whole green lentils good for people with insulin resistance?
Boiled whole green lentils has a low glycemic index (29), 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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