Garlic Naan
Soft, fluffy flatbread baked on the walls of a clay tandoor oven and brushed with butter, garlic and coriander. Naan is made mainly from refined, leavened white flour, which gives it a high glycemic index (≈71) and makes it break down quickly into sugar when eaten on its own.
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💡 Smart Nutritional Guidance
Consumption advice
Don't eat naan on its own as a snack; tear off small pieces only to scoop up protein-rich dishes such as tandoori chicken or dal, and avoid eating a whole naan by yourself.
Best preparation methods
At home, mix wholemeal and white flour half and half for more fibre, and brush it with olive oil and minced garlic instead of lots of butter.
Important Nutritional Note
One large naan can provide 45 to 50 grams of fast carbohydrate, so sharing it is a smart choice that is easier on blood sugar.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per typical portion (100 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 262 kcal | 262 kcal |
| Protein | 7.9 g | 7.9 g |
| Carbohydrate | 45 g | 45 g |
| Available carbohydrate | 42.9 g | 42.9 g |
| Fat | 5.3 g | 5.3 g |
| Dietary fibre | 2.1 g | 2.1 g |
The typical portion is approximate, for comparison purposes.
Comparison & smarter alternatives
Among the foods in Asian dishes with a glycemic index (14), it ranks 14 (lowest first).
Smart alternatives from the same family:
Frequently asked questions
Is Garlic Naan good for weight loss?
It can fit a balanced plan with portion control: a 100 g portion gives 262 kcal, and what matters most is your total daily intake and the rest of the meal.
How does Garlic Naan affect blood sugar?
Its glycemic index is 71 (High), a clinically reviewed estimate rather than a laboratory measurement. A typical 100 g portion has a glycemic load of 30.5 (High), so it is best to reduce or split the portion and combine it with protein and fibre.
What is the nutritional value of a typical portion of Garlic Naan?
A typical 100 g portion of Garlic Naan provides about 262 kcal, 7.9 g protein, 45 g carbohydrate, 5.3 g fat and 2.1 g fibre.
Reviewed by the WiBo Health medical team · Last reviewed 13 October 2026
Disclaimer: This guidance is for nutritional lifestyle orientation and does not constitute a diagnostic medical device under EU Regulation MDR 2017/745.