Tomatoes, red, ripe, canned, with green chilies & Diabetes
Low glycemic impact for the stated serving. Glycemic load of 2.2 per 100g.
✅ Nutrition data verified · GL 2.2/100g · GI 61.9 · TIER 3 ⚠️ GI: Subcategory Estimate
GI estimated from food subcategory average — not directly tested on this food. [1] [3]
Glycemic Response at a Glance
Nutrition at a Glance
Version Differences at a Glance
At 0 per 100g, this is the lowest-sugar version in the Tomatoes group — well below the family average, with the family spanning 0 to 3.5 per 100g. The fiber figure here (0 per 100g) is the family's floor: well below the family average, where the variants run 0-1.9 per 100g.
Within this Tomatoes family (8 versions), GL per 100g spans 1 to 7 — the processing and fat content decide where each lands. The rest of the family: Stewed, Packed in tomato juice, Cooked.
Lower-GL Alternatives
🥦 Chrysanthemum leaves, raw
GL 0/100g — Low GL
Fiber 3.0g/100g. Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Chrysanthemum leaves, raw & diabetes →🥦 Chrysanthemum, garland, raw
GL 0/100g — Low GL
Fiber 3.0g/100g. Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Chrysanthemum, garland, raw & diabetes →🥦 Alfalfa seeds, sprouted, raw
GL 0.1/100g — Low GL
Fiber 1.9g/100g. Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Alfalfa seeds, sprouted, raw & diabetes →🥦 Mustard greens, frozen, unprepared
GL 0.1/100g — Low GL
Fiber 3.3g/100g. Rated diabetes-friendly — lower glycemic impact than your current selection.
Mustard greens, frozen, unprepared & diabetes →Explore More in Vegetables and Vegetable Products
Glycemic Load by Serving Size
| Portion | Weight | Carbs | Glycemic Load | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ½ Serving | 120g | 4.3g | 2.6 | Friendly |
| Standard Serving | 241g | 8.7g | 5.3 | Friendly |
| Restaurant Portion | 482g | 17.4g | 10.6 | Moderate |
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.
FAQ
Is Tomatoes red ripe with green chilies good for diabetes?
Tomatoes red ripe with green chilies is rated diabetes-friendly (GL 2.2) based on available glycemic data. A standard serving is unlikely to cause a sharp blood glucose rise, but individual responses differ.
How much GL does Tomatoes red ripe with green chilies have per serving?
Per 100g, Tomatoes red ripe with green chilies has a GL of 2.2. This means one standard serving (241g) provides approximately 5.3 GL — which is low.
What happens to blood sugar after eating Tomatoes red ripe with green chilies?
Blood sugar impact of Tomatoes red ripe with green chilies: Low. The key factors are its GI (61.9) and available carb content (3.6g/100g), which together produce a GL of 2.2.
Is the GI value accurate?
The GI of 61.9 for Tomatoes red ripe with green chilies 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, 241.0g) = 2.2 × 241.0 ÷ 100 = 5.3
Nutrition Data: USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy Release (April 2018). FDC ID: 170053. 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. “Tomatoes, red, ripe, canned, with green chilies — Glycemic Load & Diabetes Reference.” GlycemicWise, July 2026. https://glycemicwise.com/foods/tomatoes-red-ripe-canned-with-green-chilies/
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.