Sesame sushi
Medium GI
GL 21 per 100 g
- Contains healthy fats from sesame
- Moderate glycemic load
Sesame sushi has a glycemic index of 65 (Moderate).
Updated Aug 17, 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 dramatic reduction in glycemic load from 21 to 1, significantly minimizing the post-meal blood sugar spike.
Finely chopped cauliflower (cauliflower rice) - GL 9 per 100 g Swapping to a quinoa-based hand roll reduces the glycemic load by more than half, providing a more stable energy release compared to traditional white rice sushi.
Salmon and quinoa hand roll - Black sushi rollGL 17 per 100 g Black rice has a lower glycemic index and load than standard sushi rice, offering a slightly better blood sugar response while maintaining the sushi experience.
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 180 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 32 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 2.2 g |
| Natural | 2.2 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 1.8 g |
| Soluble | 0.6 g |
| Insoluble | 1.2 g |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Fat | 3.5 g |
| Saturated | 0.7 g |
| Unsaturated | 2.8 g |
| Sodium | 380 mg |
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Why this score?
- Contains healthy fats from sesame
- Provides protein
- Source of fiber
- Moderate glycemic load
- Contains refined rice
- Moderate sodium content
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Sesame sushi?
Sesame sushi has a glycemic index of 65 (Moderate) and a glycemic load of 21 per 100 g.
Is Sesame sushi good for people with insulin resistance?
Sesame sushi 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 Sesame sushi affect blood sugar?
Sesame sushi has a glycemic load of 21 per 100g, which indicates a significant impact on blood sugar levels.
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