Canned peas
Low GI
GL 14.4 per cup (240 g) · GL 6 per 100 g
- Good source of dietary fiber
- High sodium content from canning process
Canned peas has a glycemic index of 48, lower than plain Peas (51). One cup (240 g) adds a glycemic load of 14.4.
Updated Jul 4, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Forms of Peas
- GI 51 · GL 7 per 100 g
Peas - PeasGI 22 · GL 3 per 100 g green
- GI 22 · GL 4 per 100 g yellowcooked
Cooked yellow peas - Peas frozenGI 39 · GL 6 per 100 g frozen
- GI 45 · GL 7 per 100 g boiledgreen
Cooked green peas mashed with fresh herbs and lemon juice (creamy spread) - GI 22 · GL 13 per 100 g dried
Dried peas - Roasted yellow peasGI 28 · GL 16.8 per 100 g yellowroasted
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 15 g | 0.9 |
| 1/2 cup serving | 130 g | 7.8 |
| 1 cup | 240 g | 14.4 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 68 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 12.4 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 3.8 g |
| Natural | 3.8 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 4 g |
| Soluble | 1.2 g |
| Insoluble | 2.8 g |
| Protein | 4.5 g |
| Fat | 0.4 g |
| Saturated | 0.1 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.3 g |
| Sodium | 240 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Good source of dietary fiber
- Low glycemic load and index
- High sodium content from canning process
- Potential nutrient loss compared to fresh/dried
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Canned peas?
Canned peas has a glycemic index of 48 (Low). One cup (240 g) has a glycemic load of 14.4; per 100 g the glycemic load is 6.
Is Canned peas good for people with insulin resistance?
Canned peas has a low glycemic index (48), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Peas has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Peas in this database, Peas has the lowest glycemic load (3 per 100 g).
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