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Carrot (Gajar)
गाजर · క్యారెట్
Rich in beta-carotene and fiber. Raw carrots have lower GI than cooked. Commonly used in halwa, salads, and mixed vegetable dishes.
35
GI · Low GI
0Low (55)Med (69)110+
35
Glycemic Index
2
Glycemic Load
80g
Serving Size
35
Calories
Per serving: 1 medium carrot
Nutrition per Serving
8g
Carbs
5g
Sugars
2.8g
Fiber
0.8g
Protein
0.2g
Fat
Sugars shown are total sugars (naturally occurring + added) per serving and are approximate. For fruits and dairy this is mostly natural sugar; for sweets and many cooked dishes it reflects added sugar or jaggery.
Tips to Manage Blood Sugar
Raw carrots have lower GI (35) than cooked (41). Great as a raw snack. Avoid gajar ka halwa — the sugar and ghee make it very high GI.
GI Source: University of Sydney GI Database