Steamed zucchini
Low GI
GL 1.5 per typical cup (150 g) · GL 1 per 100 g
- Very low glycemic load
- Moderate fiber (could be higher)
Steamed zucchini has a glycemic index of 15, the same as plain Zucchini (15). One typical cup (150 g) adds a glycemic load of 1.5.
Updated Dec 30, 2025 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Forms of Zucchini
- GI 15 · GL 0.5 per 100 g
Zucchini - Baked zucchiniGI 15 · GL 0.5 per 100 g baked
- GI 15 · GL 0.5 per 100 g diced
Fresh zucchini, diced - GI 15 · GL 0.5 per 100 g cookedlow sodium
Stewed zucchini - GI 15 · GL 0.5 per 100 g strips
Thinly sliced zucchini (zucchini noodles) - Yellow zucchiniGI 15 · GL 0.5 per 100 g yellow
- Zucchini noodlesGI 15 · GL 0.5 per 100 g lasagna sheets
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 17 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 3.1 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 2.5 g |
| Natural | 2.5 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Soluble | 0.3 g |
| Insoluble | 0.7 g |
| Protein | 1.2 g |
| Fat | 0.3 g |
| Saturated | 0.1 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.1 g |
| Sodium | 8 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Very low glycemic load
- High water content
- Low calorie
- Moderate fiber (could be higher)
- Low protein
- Limited micronutrient diversity
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Steamed zucchini?
Steamed zucchini 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 zucchini good for people with insulin resistance?
Steamed zucchini 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 Zucchini has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Zucchini in this database, Baked zucchini has the lowest glycemic load (0.5 per 100 g).
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