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Samosa

समोसा · సమోసా

Deep-fried pastry with spiced potato filling. High GI from refined flour outer and potato filling, plus deep frying adds calories.

72
GI · High GI
0Low (55)Med (69)110+
72
Glycemic Index
16
Glycemic Load
80g
Serving Size
250
Calories
Per serving: 1 medium samosa

Nutrition per Serving

28g
Carbs
2g
Sugars
1.5g
Fiber
4g
Protein
14g
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.

🥟SnacksNorth IndianSouth IndianPunjabiGujarativegan

Tips to Manage Blood Sugar

Baked samosas are a healthier option. For lower GI, try samosas with paneer or keema filling instead of potato.

GI Source: NIN India / Estimated

Lower-GI Alternatives

Try these instead for better blood sugar control

Sprout Chaat

अंकुरित चाट · మొలకల చాట్

Mixed sprouts salad with onions, tomatoes, and lemon. One of the healthiest Indian snacks — high protein, low GI.

North IndianMaharashtrianGujarati
GL 3100 kcal1 medium bowl