Salsa
Low GI
GL 2.6 per cup (260 g) · GL 1 per 100 g
- Very low glycemic load and index
- Moderate sodium content
Salsa has a glycemic index of 20 (Low). One cup (260 g) adds a glycemic load of 2.6.
Reviewed Aug 6, 2026 · Sources: USDA FoodData Central #746777 , Logi Nutrition Team · Not medical advice · Report an error
Forms of Salsa
- GI 10 · GL 0.4 per 100 g brand: valentina
Valentina sauce - GI 20 · GL 1 per 100 g low sodium
Fresh salsa (tomatoes, chilies, onions, cilantro, no salt or sugar) - GI 20 · GL 1 per 100 g red
Fresh tomato-based salsa with chipotle - GI 20 · GL 1 per 100 g green
Green salsa - SalsaGI 20 · GL 1 per 100 g sugar freechunky
- GI 30 · GL 2 per 100 g vegetable curry
Light vegetable curry sauce - Salsa adobadaGI 20 · GL 2 per 100 g adobada
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 16 g | 0.2 |
| 1/2 cup | 130 g | 1.3 |
| 1 cup | 260 g | 2.6 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 35 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 7 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 4 g |
| Natural | 4 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 1.8 g |
| Soluble | 0.54 g |
| Insoluble | 1.26 g |
| Protein | 1.5 g |
| Fat | 0.2 g |
| Saturated | 0.03 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.1 g |
| Sodium | 430 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Very low glycemic load and index
- No added sugars, low calorie
- High water and fiber content
- Moderate sodium content
- Low protein
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
Recipes with Salsa
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Salsa?
Salsa has a glycemic index of 20 (Low). One cup (260 g) has a glycemic load of 2.6; per 100 g the glycemic load is 1.
Is Salsa good for people with insulin resistance?
Salsa has a low glycemic index (20), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Salsa has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Salsa in this database, Valentina sauce has the lowest glycemic load (0.4 per 100 g).
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