Head Lettuce
Low GI
GL 0.1 per piece (24 g) · GL 0.4 per 100 g
- Extremely low glycemic load
- Low nutrient density compared to darker leafy greens
Head Lettuce has a glycemic index of 15 (Low). One piece (24 g) adds a glycemic load of 0.1.
Reviewed Aug 6, 2026 · Sources: USDA FoodData Central #169249 , Logi Nutrition Team · Not medical advice · Report an error
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Forms of Head Lettuce
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 leaf inner | 5 g | 0 |
| 1 leaf outer | 24 g | 0.1 |
| 1 cup, shredded | 36 g | 0.2 |
| 1 head | 360 g | 1.6 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 15 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 2.9 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 0.8 g |
| Natural | 0.8 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 1.3 g |
| Soluble | 0.4 g |
| Insoluble | 0.9 g |
| Protein | 1.4 g |
| Fat | 0.2 g |
| Saturated | 0.03 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.17 g |
| Sodium | 28 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Extremely low glycemic load
- High water content for hydration
- Very low calorie count
- Low nutrient density compared to darker leafy greens
- Very low protein content
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
Recipes with Head Lettuce
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Head Lettuce?
Head Lettuce has a glycemic index of 15 (Low). One piece (24 g) has a glycemic load of 0.1; per 100 g the glycemic load is 0.4.
Is Head Lettuce good for people with insulin resistance?
Head Lettuce has a low glycemic index (15), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Head Lettuce has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Head Lettuce in this database, Butterhead lettuce has the lowest glycemic load (0.3 per 100 g).
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