Fried Ripe Plantain

GI 65 · ModerateGL 31.2 / piece4/10

Medium GI

65 GI

GL 31.2 per typical piece (120 g) · GL 26 per 100 g

Logi score 4/10

Contains fiber
High glycemic load

Fried Ripe Plantain has a glycemic index of 65 (Moderate). One typical piece (120 g) adds a glycemic load of 31.2.

Updated Mar 4, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error

Instead of this

Unripe plantain
GL 14 per 100 g Lower sugar and glycemic load make it better for insulin resistance.
Sweet potatoes
GL 10 per 100 g Provides more fiber and micronutrients with a gentler effect on blood sugar.
Pumpkin
GL 3 per 100 g Very low glycemic load and high fiber make it much healthier for glycemic control.

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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)

220

Calories

40 g

Carbs

1.2 g

Protein

8.5 g

Fat

per 100g

Calories	220 kcal
Carbohydrates	40 g
Sugars (Total)	15 g
Natural	15 g
Added	0 g
Fiber	2.3 g
Soluble	0.7 g
Insoluble	1.6 g
Protein	1.2 g
Fat	8.5 g
Saturated	2.5 g
Unsaturated	6 g
Sodium	5 mg

Processing Level

65%

Highly Processed

Why this score?

Contains fiber
Low processing level
High glycemic load
Moderate glycemic index
High total carbohydrates

Allergens

No EU-14 allergen listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the glycemic index of Fried Ripe Plantain?

Fried Ripe Plantain has a glycemic index of 65 (Moderate). One typical piece (120 g) has a glycemic load of 31.2; per 100 g the glycemic load is 26.

Is Fried Ripe Plantain good for people with insulin resistance?

Fried Ripe Plantain has a medium glycemic index (65). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Unripe plantain.

How does Fried Ripe Plantain affect blood sugar?

Fried Ripe Plantain has a glycemic load of 26 per 100g, which indicates a significant impact on blood sugar levels.

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