Matcha (powdered green tea)
Low GI
GL 0.4 per typical teaspoon (5 g) · GL 7.7 per 100 g
- Extremely high antioxidant content
- Contains caffeine
Matcha (powdered green tea) has a glycemic index of 20 (Low). One typical teaspoon (5 g) adds a glycemic load of 0.4.
Updated Jul 16, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Forms of Matcha (powdered green tea)
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 324 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 38.5 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 0 g |
| Natural | 0 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 38.5 g |
| Soluble | 12 g |
| Insoluble | 26.5 g |
| Protein | 30 g |
| Fat | 5.3 g |
| Saturated | 0.7 g |
| Unsaturated | 4.6 g |
| Sodium | 60 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Extremely high antioxidant content
- Rich in fiber and protein
- Low glycemic impact
- Contains caffeine
- May contain trace heavy metals if low quality
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Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
Recipes with Matcha (powdered green tea)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Matcha (powdered green tea)?
Matcha (powdered green tea) has a glycemic index of 20 (Low). One typical teaspoon (5 g) has a glycemic load of 0.4; per 100 g the glycemic load is 7.7.
Is Matcha (powdered green tea) good for people with insulin resistance?
Matcha (powdered green tea) has a low glycemic index (20), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Matcha (powdered green tea) has the lowest glycemic load?
Matcha (powdered green tea) has the lowest glycemic load of all forms of Matcha (powdered green tea) in this database (7.7 per 100 g).
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