Silken Tofu
Low GI
GL 1.5 per piece (150 g) · GL 1 per 100 g
- Very low glycemic load
- Low fiber content
Silken Tofu has a glycemic index of 15, the same as plain Regular Tofu (15). One piece (150 g) adds a glycemic load of 1.5.
Updated Jul 4, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Forms of Regular Tofu
- GI 15 · GL 1 per 100 g
Regular Tofu - GI 15 · GL 0.3 per 100 g high protein
High-protein tofu - GI 15 · GL 0.4 per 100 g friedolive oil
Pan-Fried Natural Tofu in Olive Oil - GI 15 · GL 1 per 100 g baked
Baked firm tofu with herbs and spices - Basil tofuGI 15 · GL 1 per 100 g basil
- GI 15 · GL 1 per 100 g blendedsilken
Blended silken tofu (dairy-free sour cream alternative) - GI 20 · GL 1 per 100 g silkencheese sauce
Cheese-flavored sauce (silken tofu, nutritional yeast, seasonings) - +27 more
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 15 g | 0.2 |
| 1/2 block (standard) | 150 g | 1.5 |
| 1 cup | 250 g | 2.5 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 76 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 1.9 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 0.6 g |
| Natural | 0.6 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0.3 g |
| Soluble | 0.1 g |
| Insoluble | 0.2 g |
| Protein | 8.1 g |
| Fat | 4.8 g |
| Saturated | 0.7 g |
| Unsaturated | 4.1 g |
| Sodium | 7 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Very low glycemic load
- Good source of plant-based protein
- Low fiber content
- Processed soy product
Allergens
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Silken Tofu?
Silken Tofu has a glycemic index of 15 (Low). One piece (150 g) has a glycemic load of 1.5; per 100 g the glycemic load is 1.
Is Silken Tofu good for people with insulin resistance?
Silken Tofu has a low glycemic index (15), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Regular Tofu has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Regular Tofu in this database, High-protein tofu has the lowest glycemic load (0.3 per 100 g).
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