Steamed tempeh
Low GI
GL 1.2 per typical piece (120 g) · GL 1 per 100 g
- High protein content
- Moderate fat content
Steamed tempeh has a glycemic index of 15, the same as plain Tempeh (15). One typical piece (120 g) adds a glycemic load of 1.2.
Updated Mar 11, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Forms of Tempeh
- GI 15 · GL 1 per 100 g
Tempeh - Fermented tempeh (replacing tofu) in broth-based curryGI 15 · GL 1 per 100 g curry
- GI 15 · GL 1 per 100 g smokedstrips
Smoked Tempeh - GI 15 · GL 1 per 100 g bacon
Tempeh Bacon - Tempeh lightly browned in avocado oilGI 15 · GL 1 per 100 g friedminimal oil
- Tempeh slices marinated in herbs and spices, then bakedGI 15 · GL 1 per 100 g bakedmarinated
- GI 15 · GL 1 per 100 g unflavoredlow sodium
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 192 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 9.4 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 0.5 g |
| Natural | 0.5 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 5.4 g |
| Soluble | 1.6 g |
| Insoluble | 3.8 g |
| Protein | 18.5 g |
| Fat | 10.8 g |
| Saturated | 2.2 g |
| Unsaturated | 8.6 g |
| Sodium | 9 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- High protein content
- Rich in fiber
- Low glycemic index
- Moderate fat content
- Contains some saturated fat
Allergens
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Steamed tempeh?
Steamed tempeh has a glycemic index of 15 (Low). One typical piece (120 g) has a glycemic load of 1.2; per 100 g the glycemic load is 1.
Is Steamed tempeh good for people with insulin resistance?
Steamed tempeh 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 Tempeh has the lowest glycemic load?
Steamed tempeh has the lowest glycemic load of all forms of Tempeh in this database (1 per 100 g).
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