Salep
Medium GI
GL 2.8 per typical teaspoon (5 g) · GL 55 per 100 g
- Low fat content
- High glycemic index and load
Salep has a glycemic index of 65 (Moderate). One typical teaspoon (5 g) adds a glycemic load of 2.8.
Updated Jul 12, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- GL 0.1 per 100 g Chia seeds provide a significantly lower glycemic impact (GI 1, GL 1) compared to Salep, helping to stabilize blood sugar levels.
Chia seeds - GL 0.3 per 100 g Almond flour is a much lower glycemic alternative (GI 5, GL 1) that can be used in similar culinary applications to reduce the overall glycemic load of your meal.
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 357 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 85 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 0.5 g |
| Natural | 0.5 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Soluble | 0.9 g |
| Insoluble | 2.1 g |
| Protein | 2 g |
| Fat | 0.2 g |
| Saturated | 0.05 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.15 g |
| Sodium | 10 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Low fat content
- Contains some fiber
- High glycemic index and load
- Low protein content
- Low micronutrient density
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Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Salep?
Salep has a glycemic index of 65 (Moderate). One typical teaspoon (5 g) has a glycemic load of 2.8; per 100 g the glycemic load is 55.
Is Salep good for people with insulin resistance?
Salep has a medium glycemic index (65). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Chia seeds.
How does Salep affect blood sugar?
Salep has a glycemic load of 55 per 100g, which indicates a significant impact on blood sugar levels.
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