Pumpkin Tempura
Medium GI
GL 19.2 per typical piece (120 g) · GL 16 per 100 g
- Contains some fiber
- Deep-fried (higher fat)
Pumpkin Tempura has a glycemic index of 65, higher than plain Pumpkin (51). One typical piece (120 g) adds a glycemic load of 19.2.
Updated Jul 13, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- GL 4 per 100 g Air-fried zucchini provides a similar crispy texture to tempura but with a significantly lower GL of 4 compared to 16.
Zucchini sticks, lightly coated and air-fried - GL 1.1 per 100 g Roasted cauliflower offers a satisfying, savory vegetable side with a much lower glycemic impact (GL 1 vs 16).
Roasted cauliflower
Forms of Pumpkin
- GI 51 · GL 3.1 per 100 g
Pumpkin - GI 51 · GL 3 per 100 g boiled
Boiled Pumpkin - Cooked pumpkinGI 65 · GL 3 per 100 g cooked
- GI 65 · GL 3 per 100 g steamed
Steamed Pumpkin - Grilled pumpkinGI 65 · GL 4 per 100 g grilled
- Baked pumpkinGI 65 · GL 6 per 100 g baked
- GI 55 · GL 6 per 100 g pickled
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 170 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 25 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 5 g |
| Natural | 5 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 2.2 g |
| Soluble | 0.7 g |
| Insoluble | 1.5 g |
| Protein | 2.5 g |
| Fat | 7 g |
| Saturated | 1.2 g |
| Unsaturated | 5.8 g |
| Sodium | 220 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Contains some fiber
- Provides vitamin A from pumpkin
- Deep-fried (higher fat)
- Moderate glycemic load
- Processed batter adds sodium
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Pumpkin Tempura?
Pumpkin Tempura has a glycemic index of 65 (Moderate). One typical piece (120 g) has a glycemic load of 19.2; per 100 g the glycemic load is 16.
Is Pumpkin Tempura good for people with insulin resistance?
Pumpkin Tempura has a medium glycemic index (65). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Zucchini sticks, lightly coated and air-fried.
Which form of Pumpkin has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Pumpkin in this database, Boiled Pumpkin has the lowest glycemic load (3 per 100 g).
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