Wasabi Powder

GI 40 · LowGL 0.5 / teaspoon7.5/10

Low GI

40 GI

GL 0.5 per typical teaspoon (5 g) · GL 9 per 100 g

Logi score 7.5/10

High fiber content
High sodium content

Wasabi Powder has a glycemic index of 40, the same as plain Fresh Wasabi Root (40). One typical teaspoon (5 g) adds a glycemic load of 0.5.

Updated Jan 10, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error

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Forms of Fresh Wasabi Root

Fresh Wasabi Root
GI 40 · GL 9 per 100 g

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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)

109

Calories

23.5 g

Carbs

4.8 g

Protein

0.6 g

Fat

per 100g

Calories	109 kcal
Carbohydrates	23.5 g
Sugars (Total)	6.2 g
Natural	4.7 g
Added	1.5 g
Fiber	7.8 g
Soluble	2.3 g
Insoluble	5.5 g
Protein	4.8 g
Fat	0.6 g
Saturated	0.1 g
Unsaturated	0.5 g
Sodium	1100 mg

Processing Level

75%

Highly Processed

Why this score?

High fiber content
Low glycemic load
Low level of processing
High sodium content
Added sugars
Relatively high carbohydrate content

Allergens

Contains: mustard

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the glycemic index of Wasabi Powder?

Wasabi Powder has a glycemic index of 40 (Low). One typical teaspoon (5 g) has a glycemic load of 0.5; per 100 g the glycemic load is 9.

Is Wasabi Powder good for people with insulin resistance?

Wasabi Powder has a low glycemic index (40), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.

Which form of Fresh Wasabi Root has the lowest glycemic load?

Wasabi Powder has the lowest glycemic load of all forms of Fresh Wasabi Root in this database (9 per 100 g).

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