Soybeans
Low GI
GL 7.2 per typical cup (150 g) · GL 4.8 per 100 g
- Extremely low glycemic load
- High caloric density
Soybeans has a glycemic index of 16 (Low). One typical cup (150 g) adds a glycemic load of 7.2.
Updated Jul 4, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Forms of Soybeans
- Black soybean saladGI 15 · GL 1 per 100 g blacksalad
- GI 15 · GL 1 per 100 g sprouted
Sprouted soybeans - GI 16 · GL 2 per 100 g cooked
Whole cooked soybeans - GI 25 · GL 3 per 100 g baked
Stuffed soy - GI 33 · GL 4 per 100 g fermented
Fermented soybeans - GI 16 · GL 5 per 100 g dried
Dry soybean - Hulled soybeansGI 18 · GL 5 per 100 g hulled
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 446 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 30.2 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 7.3 g |
| Natural | 7.3 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 9.3 g |
| Soluble | 2.79 g |
| Insoluble | 6.51 g |
| Protein | 36.5 g |
| Fat | 19.9 g |
| Saturated | 2.9 g |
| Unsaturated | 16.1 g |
| Sodium | 2 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Extremely low glycemic load
- High plant-based protein content
- Rich in dietary fiber
- High caloric density
- Contains anti-nutrients like lectins/phytates
- Potential for high omega-6 fatty acid content
Allergens
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Soybeans?
Soybeans has a glycemic index of 16 (Low). One typical cup (150 g) has a glycemic load of 7.2; per 100 g the glycemic load is 4.8.
Is Soybeans good for people with insulin resistance?
Soybeans has a low glycemic index (16), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Soybeans has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Soybeans in this database, Black soybean salad has the lowest glycemic load (1 per 100 g).
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