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Quinoa (Cooked)
क्विनोआ · క్వినోవా
A protein-rich pseudo-cereal increasingly used in Indian kitchens as a rice substitute in pulao, upma and salads. Low to medium GI with good fiber and complete protein.
53
GI · Low GI
0Low (55)Med (69)110+
53
Glycemic Index
21
Glycemic Load
185g
Serving Size
222
Calories
Per serving: 1 cup (cooked)
Nutrition per Serving
39g
Carbs
8g
Protein
3.6g
Fat
5.2g
Fiber
Tips to Manage Blood Sugar
Pair quinoa with vegetables and a little fat or curd to further blunt the post-meal glucose rise.
GI Source: University of Sydney GI Database
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