Red bean rice
Medium GI
GL 19 per 100 g
- Moderate fiber content
- Moderate glycemic load
Red bean rice has a glycemic index of 65 (Moderate).
Updated Jul 22, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- GL 1 per 100 g Cauliflower rice offers a massive reduction in glycemic load (from 19 to 1), significantly minimizing the post-meal blood sugar spike.
Finely chopped cauliflower (cauliflower rice) - GL 11 per 100 g Quinoa is a nutrient-dense grain swap that lowers the glycemic load to 11, offering a steadier energy release compared to red bean rice.
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Red bean rice is one of the 11,117 foods Logi scores when you photograph a meal — with the portion.
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 140 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 29 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 0.3 g |
| Natural | 0.3 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 2.2 g |
| Soluble | 0.7 g |
| Insoluble | 1.5 g |
| Protein | 3.5 g |
| Fat | 0.4 g |
| Saturated | 0.1 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.3 g |
| Sodium | 2 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Moderate fiber content
- Low fat
- Plant-based protein
- Moderate glycemic load
- Lower micronutrient density compared to whole beans or brown rice
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Red bean rice?
Red bean rice has a glycemic index of 65 (Moderate) and a glycemic load of 19 per 100 g.
Is Red bean rice good for people with insulin resistance?
Red bean rice has a medium glycemic index (65). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Finely chopped cauliflower (cauliflower rice).
How does Red bean rice affect blood sugar?
Red bean rice has a glycemic load of 19 per 100g, which indicates a moderate impact on blood sugar levels.
Check Red bean rice in the Logi app, with your portion.
