Steamed broccoli with lemon zest and olive oil
Low GI
GL 1 per 100 g
- High fiber content
- May be low in protein
Steamed broccoli with lemon zest and olive oil has a glycemic index of 10, the same as plain Broccoli (10).
Updated Jul 4, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Forms of Broccoli
- GI 10 · GL 1 per 100 g
Broccoli - GI 10 · GL 1 per 100 g fried
Air-Fried Broccoli - Broccoli frozenGI 15 · GL 1 per 100 g frozen
- GI 15 · GL 1 per 100 g salad
Broccoli salad - GI 15 · GL 1 per 100 g with light soy sauce
Broccoli with Light Soy Sauce - Charred broccoliGI 10 · GL 1 per 100 g grilled
- Cooked broccoliGI 15 · GL 1 per 100 g cooked
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Steamed broccoli with lemon zest and olive oil is one of the 11,117 foods Logi scores when you photograph a meal — with the portion.
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 45 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 5.5 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 1.7 g |
| Natural | 1.7 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Soluble | 1 g |
| Insoluble | 2 g |
| Protein | 2.8 g |
| Fat | 1.5 g |
| Saturated | 0.2 g |
| Unsaturated | 1.3 g |
| Sodium | 30 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- High fiber content
- Rich in antioxidants and vitamins
- Contains healthy unsaturated fats
- May be low in protein
- Slightly reduced vitamin C due to steaming
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Steamed broccoli with lemon zest and olive oil?
Steamed broccoli with lemon zest and olive oil has a glycemic index of 10 (Low) and a glycemic load of 1 per 100 g.
Is Steamed broccoli with lemon zest and olive oil good for people with insulin resistance?
Steamed broccoli with lemon zest and olive oil has a low glycemic index (10), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Broccoli has the lowest glycemic load?
Steamed broccoli with lemon zest and olive oil has the lowest glycemic load of all forms of Broccoli in this database (1 per 100 g).
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