grains

Steel Cut Oats

Low
42
Glycemic Index
9
Glycemic Load
3/10
Risk Score

Steel Cut Oats is a very low-GI vegetable (GI is typically very low), and it generally has minimal blood sugar impact.

Why it affects your blood sugar

Less processed than instant oats, fiber slows digestion.

Best when

Overnight soaked or slow-cooked for lowest GI.

Avoid when

Quick-cook varieties with added sugar.

Recommended pairings

BerriesNutsCinnamonGreek yogurt

Nutrition per Serving

Serving size: 1/4 cup dry (40g)

Calories150
Carbohydrates27g
Protein5g
Fat3g

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