Quick barley grits
Low GI
GL 39 per typical cup (150 g) · GL 26 per 100 g
- Low glycemic index
- Moderate glycemic load per serving
Quick barley grits has a glycemic index of 35 (Low). One typical cup (150 g) adds a glycemic load of 39.
Updated Nov 14, 2025 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
Logi · Manage Insulin Resistance
Lower your blood sugar through smarter food choices
Quick barley grits is one of the 11,117 foods Logi scores when you photograph a meal — with the portion.
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 73 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 0.8 g |
| Natural | 0.8 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 15 g |
| Soluble | 4.5 g |
| Insoluble | 10.5 g |
| Protein | 10 g |
| Fat | 2.1 g |
| Saturated | 0.4 g |
| Unsaturated | 1.7 g |
| Sodium | 9 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Low glycemic index
- Very high fiber content
- Minimal processing
- Moderate glycemic load per serving
- High total carbohydrate content
- Low soluble fiber
Allergens
Low-GI recipes on Logi Food Coach
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Quick barley grits?
Quick barley grits has a glycemic index of 35 (Low). One typical cup (150 g) has a glycemic load of 39; per 100 g the glycemic load is 26.
Is Quick barley grits good for people with insulin resistance?
Quick barley grits has a low glycemic index (35), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
How does Quick barley grits affect blood sugar?
Quick barley grits has a glycemic load of 26 per 100g, which indicates a significant impact on blood sugar levels.
Check Quick barley grits in the Logi app, with your portion.
