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Sambar
सांभर · సాంబార్
Lentil and vegetable stew with tamarind, a South Indian staple. The dal and vegetable combination keeps GI low.
35
GI · Low GI
0Low (55)Med (69)110+
35
Glycemic Index
4
Glycemic Load
200g
Serving Size
100
Calories
Per serving: 1 large bowl
Nutrition per Serving
14g
Carbs
3g
Sugars
4g
Fiber
5g
Protein
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
Load with vegetables — drumstick, ash gourd, brinjal, radish. More vegetables means more fiber and lower overall GI of the meal.
GI Source: PMC Studies