Tuna salad
Low GI
GL 0.2 per cup (220 g) · GL 0.1 per 100 g
- High protein content
- High sodium content
Tuna salad has a glycemic index of 5 (Low). One cup (220 g) adds a glycemic load of 0.2.
Updated Jul 4, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Forms of Tuna salad
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 14 g | 0 |
| 1/2 cup serving | 110 g | 0.1 |
| 1 cup | 220 g | 0.2 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 180 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 2 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 1 g |
| Natural | 0.5 g |
| Added | 0.5 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g |
| Soluble | 0.1 g |
| Insoluble | 0.4 g |
| Protein | 16 g |
| Fat | 12 g |
| Saturated | 2 g |
| Unsaturated | 10 g |
| Sodium | 400 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- High protein content
- Low glycemic index
- High sodium content
- Low fiber content
Allergens
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Tuna salad?
Tuna salad has a glycemic index of 5 (Low). One cup (220 g) has a glycemic load of 0.2; per 100 g the glycemic load is 0.1.
Is Tuna salad good for people with insulin resistance?
Tuna salad has a low glycemic index (5), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Tuna salad has the lowest glycemic load?
Tuna salad has the lowest glycemic load of all forms of Tuna salad in this database (0.1 per 100 g).
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