Matcha
Low GI
GL 19.3 per glass (250 g) · GL 7.7 per 100 g
- Extremely high antioxidant content
- Contains caffeine
Matcha has a glycemic index of 20, the same as plain Matcha (powdered green tea) (20). One glass (250 g) adds a glycemic load of 19.3.
Updated Jul 3, 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) | 0.8 g |
| Natural | 0.8 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 38.5 g |
| Soluble | 13.5 g |
| Insoluble | 25 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 L-theanine
- Low glycemic impact
- Contains caffeine
- Potential for contaminants if low quality
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Matcha?
Matcha has a glycemic index of 20 (Low). One glass (250 g) has a glycemic load of 19.3; per 100 g the glycemic load is 7.7.
Is Matcha good for people with insulin resistance?
Matcha 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 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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