Delicata squash
Low GI
GL 4.8 per typical piece (120 g) · GL 4 per 100 g
- Low glycemic load
- Moderate glycemic index
Delicata squash has a glycemic index of 51, higher than plain Squash (15). One typical piece (120 g) adds a glycemic load of 4.8.
Updated Jan 13, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
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- GL 0.5 per 100 g Zucchini has a lower glycemic index and fewer carbohydrates, making it better for blood sugar control.
Zucchini - GL 1 per 100 g Cauliflower has a much lower glycemic load and is excellent for insulin resistance.
Cauliflower - GL 1 per 100 g Broccoli offers more fiber and nutrients with a lower effect on blood sugar.
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Forms of Squash
- GI 15 · GL 1 per 100 g
Squash - GI 5 · GL 0.1 per 100 g sugar freedouble concentrate
Vimto no added sugar double concentrate squash - Güicoy squashGI 15 · GL 0.5 per 100 g güicoy
- SquashGI 15 · GL 1 per 100 g boiled
- GI 15 · GL 1 per 100 g yellow
Yellow squash - Cooked squashGI 51 · GL 2 per 100 g cooked
- Roasted squashGI 51 · GL 6 per 100 g roasted
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 34 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 8 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 3.5 g |
| Natural | 3.5 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 1.5 g |
| Soluble | 0.5 g |
| Insoluble | 1 g |
| Protein | 1 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g |
| Saturated | 0 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.1 g |
| Sodium | 3 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Low glycemic load
- Low calorie
- Minimal processing
- Moderate glycemic index
- Low protein content
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Delicata squash?
Delicata squash has a glycemic index of 51 (Low). One typical piece (120 g) has a glycemic load of 4.8; per 100 g the glycemic load is 4.
Is Delicata squash good for people with insulin resistance?
Delicata squash has a low glycemic index (51), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Squash has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Squash in this database, Vimto no added sugar double concentrate squash has the lowest glycemic load (0.1 per 100 g).
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