Here are 20 low-GI snacks that satisfy cravings without spiking blood sugar.
- Roasted makhana (GI 25) — 80 cal/cup
- Almonds (15-20) (GI 0) — healthy fats
- Greek yogurt + berries (GI 28)
- Boiled egg (GI 0) — pure protein
- Apple + peanut butter (GI 35)
- Roasted chana (GI 28)
- Cheese + cucumber (GI 10)
- Trail mix (GI 20)
- Hummus + carrots (GI 15)
- Dark chocolate 70%+ (2 squares) (GI 23)
- Edamame (GI 15)
- Sprouts chaat (GI 25)
- String cheese (GI 0)
- Moong dal cheela mini (GI 32)
- Guava (GI 12) — best fruit for diabetics
- Buttermilk/chaas (GI 15)
- Baked samosa (small) (GI 42)
- Celery + almond butter (GI 10)
- Paneer cubes grilled (GI 0)
- Air-popped popcorn (GI 55)
Combine protein or fat with any carb-containing snack to slow glucose absorption. Browse 7,000+ foods in the SugarSmart AI food guide.
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