Rice and beans
Medium GI
GL 21 per typical cup (150 g) · GL 14 per 100 g
- Moderate fiber content
- Moderate glycemic load
Rice and beans has a glycemic index of 55 (Moderate). One typical cup (150 g) adds a glycemic load of 21.
Updated Nov 18, 2025 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- GL 10 per 100 g Quinoa has a lower glycemic index and higher protein content, making this mix better for blood sugar control.
Cooked quinoa and black beans blend - GL 8 per 100 g Barley’s beta-glucan fiber and chickpeas’ low glycemic index help stabilize blood sugar levels.
Barley and chickpeas (cooked, mixed)
Forms of Rice and beans
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 130 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 25 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 0.3 g |
| Natural | 0.3 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 3.5 g |
| Soluble | 1.1 g |
| Insoluble | 2.4 g |
| Protein | 4.5 g |
| Fat | 0.7 g |
| Saturated | 0.2 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.5 g |
| Sodium | 5 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Moderate fiber content
- Low added sugars
- Minimally processed
- Moderate glycemic load
- Moderate glycemic index
- Not optimal for insulin resistance
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Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Rice and beans?
Rice and beans has a glycemic index of 55 (Moderate). One typical cup (150 g) has a glycemic load of 21; per 100 g the glycemic load is 14.
Is Rice and beans good for people with insulin resistance?
Rice and beans has a medium glycemic index (55). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Cooked quinoa and black beans blend.
Which form of Rice and beans has the lowest glycemic load?
Rice and beans has the lowest glycemic load of all forms of Rice and beans in this database (14 per 100 g).
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