Beans, pinto, immature seeds, frozen, cooked, boiled, drained, without salt & Diabetes
Moderate glycemic impact — consider portion size. Glycemic load of 15.8 per 100g.
✅ Nutrition data verified · GL 15.8/100g · GI 61.9 · TIER 3 ⚠️ GI: Subcategory Estimate
GI estimated from food subcategory average — not directly tested on this food. [1] [3]
How This Food Affects Blood Sugar
Key Nutrition Data
This Version vs the Family
On sodium, this version lands mid-range: 83 mg per 100g, inside a family spread of 1 to 319 mg per 100g. On glycemic load, this version lands mid-range: 15.8 per 100g, inside a family spread of 2.2 to 18.3 per 100g.
Verdicts split across the family: the gentlest option is Sprouted (GL 2.2) and the heaviest is Frozen (GL 15.8); this one is eat in moderation. Within this Beans family (13 versions), GL per 100g spans 2.2 to 18.3 — the processing and fat content decide where each lands. Compare directly with Sprouted, Canned, Drained solids.
Glycemic Load by Serving Size
| Portion | Weight | Carbs | Glycemic Load | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ½ Serving | 47g | 14.5g | 7.4 | Friendly |
| Standard Serving | 94g | 29.0g | 14.9 | Moderate |
| Restaurant Portion | 188g | 58.0g | 29.7 | High |
GL ≤10 = Low (Friendly) · 11–19 = Moderate · ≥20 = High (Limit).
The page-level verdict is based on GL per 100g; this table shows how portion size changes the actual GL you get.
More Vegetables and Vegetable Products to Compare
Simple Ways to Balance It
💡 Cook Lightly or Eat Raw
Overcooking breaks down vegetable fiber and can increase glycemic impact. Light steaming preserves structure and nutrients.
💡 Check Your Own Response
Individual blood sugar responses vary. Use a glucose meter to understand how this food affects you personally.
💡 Glycemic Load Over Glycemic Index
GL accounts for both the speed AND amount of carbohydrate, making it more practical for real-world eating than GI alone.
💡 Pair Carbs With Protein
Adding protein to a carbohydrate-containing meal slows digestion and helps prevent blood sugar spikes.
Common Questions
Is Beans pinto immature seeds good for diabetes?
Beans pinto immature seeds is acceptable for diabetics when eaten mindfully. With a GL of 15.8, it's all about the serving size — half a serving is very different from a full one.
What is the glycemic load of Beans pinto immature seeds?
Beans pinto immature seeds has a glycemic load of 15.8 per 100g. A standard serving (1 cup chopped, 94.0g) delivers a GL of 14.9. GI data from Sydney University GI Database (Atkinson et al., 2021).
What happens to blood sugar after eating Beans pinto immature seeds?
With 5.4g of fiber per 100g, Beans pinto immature seeds's GL of 15.8 means the blood sugar impact is moderate. The carbohydrates digest and absorb at a moderate pace. Pairing with protein and high-fiber foods can help slow absorption.
Is the GI value accurate?
The GI of 61.9 for Beans pinto immature seeds is estimated (Tier 3), not directly ISO-tested on this specific food. It is based on the weighted average GI of foods in the Vegetables and Vegetable Products category from the International GI Tables (Atkinson et al., 2021). Actual GI may vary by variety, ripeness, cooking method, and individual response. We display estimated values with full transparency so you can make informed decisions.
Where This Data Comes From
Data Tier: TIER 3 — estimated from category average
Glycemic Index (GI): 61.9 — subcategory_avg:Vegetables and Vegetable Products. Source: International GI Tables (Atkinson, Brand-Miller et al., Diabetes Care, 2021). University of Sydney GI Research Service.
GL (per serving, 94.0g) = 15.8 × 94.0 ÷ 100 = 14.9
Nutrition Data: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy Release (April 2018). FDC ID: 169959. Data are in the public domain (CC0 1.0).
GL Classification: ≤10 = Low (Low GL), 11–19 = Moderate (Eat in Moderation), ≥20 = High (Limit). Based on University of Sydney Glycemic Index Foundation classification.
⚠️ GI value is estimated, not directly ISO-tested on this specific food. Actual GI may vary by variety, cooking method, and individual glycemic response.
Cite this page: GlycemicWise. “Beans, pinto, immature seeds, frozen, cooked, boiled, drained, without salt — Glycemic Load & Diabetes Reference.” GlycemicWise, July 2026. https://glycemicwise.com/foods/beans-pinto-immature-seeds-frozen-cooked-boiled-drained-without-salt/
Dietary reference — not medical advice. This page provides evidence-based dietary reference information for general educational purposes. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Individual blood sugar responses vary significantly. Always check your blood glucose to understand your personal response to foods, and talk to your doctor or a registered dietitian before changing your diet. Data sources are cited above and publicly available from the USDA and the University of Sydney Glycemic Index Research Service.