Canned potatoes

GI 65 · ModerateGL 40 / can5/10

Medium GI

65 GI

GL 40 per typical can (400 g) · GL 10 per 100 g

Logi score 5/10

Low in calories
Moderate glycemic load

Canned potatoes has a glycemic index of 65, lower than plain Potato (78). One typical can (400 g) adds a glycemic load of 40.

Updated Feb 23, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error

Instead of this

Steamed cauliflower
GL 1 per 100 g Cauliflower offers a much lower glycemic load and more fiber, making it better for insulin resistance.
Steamed carrots (no salt or sugar)
GL 3 per 100 g They have a lower glycemic impact and higher antioxidant content than canned potatoes.

Forms of Potato

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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)

Calories

15.2 g

Carbs

1.5 g

Protein

0.1 g

Fat

per 100g

Calories	68 kcal
Carbohydrates	15.2 g
Sugars (Total)	0.5 g
Natural	0.5 g
Added	0 g
Fiber	1.3 g
Soluble	0.4 g
Insoluble	0.9 g
Protein	1.5 g
Fat	0.1 g
Saturated	0 g
Unsaturated	0.1 g
Sodium	250 mg

Processing Level

65%

Highly Processed

Why this score?

Low in calories
Very low fat
No added sugars
Moderate glycemic load
High sodium (processed)
Low fiber content

Allergens

No EU-14 allergen listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the glycemic index of Canned potatoes?

Canned potatoes has a glycemic index of 65 (Moderate). One typical can (400 g) has a glycemic load of 40; per 100 g the glycemic load is 10.

Is Canned potatoes good for people with insulin resistance?

Canned potatoes has a medium glycemic index (65). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Steamed cauliflower.

Which form of Potato has the lowest glycemic load?

Among the forms of Potato in this database, Purple potato has the lowest glycemic load (9 per 100 g).

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