Steamed Spinach
Low GI
GL 1.5 per typical cup (150 g) · GL 1 per 100 g
- Very low glycemic load
- Possible processed ingredients (e.g., cream, additives)
Steamed Spinach has a glycemic index of 15, the same as plain Spinach (15). One typical cup (150 g) adds a glycemic load of 1.5.
Updated Oct 28, 2025 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Forms of Spinach
- GI 15 · GL 1 per 100 g
Spinach - Baby spinachGI 15 · GL 1 per 100 g baby
- Baby spinach with crushed walnuts and balsamic vinegarGI 10 · GL 1 per 100 g salad with toasted walnuts and balsamic glaze free vinegar
- GI 15 · GL 1 per 100 g boiled
Cooked spinach - Fried spinachGI 15 · GL 1 per 100 g fried
- GI 15 · GL 1 per 100 g frozen
Frozen spinach - Leafy greensGI 15 · GL 1 per 100 g potassium rich
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 23 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 3.8 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 0.4 g |
| Natural | 0.4 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 2.4 g |
| Soluble | 0.7 g |
| Insoluble | 1.7 g |
| Protein | 2.9 g |
| Fat | 0.4 g |
| Saturated | 0.06 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.34 g |
| Sodium | 70 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Very low glycemic load
- High water and fiber content
- Low calorie and fat
- Possible processed ingredients (e.g., cream, additives)
- Slightly higher sodium than plain spinach
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Steamed Spinach?
Steamed Spinach has a glycemic index of 15 (Low). One typical cup (150 g) has a glycemic load of 1.5; per 100 g the glycemic load is 1.
Is Steamed Spinach good for people with insulin resistance?
Steamed Spinach 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 Spinach has the lowest glycemic load?
Steamed Spinach has the lowest glycemic load of all forms of Spinach in this database (1 per 100 g).
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