5. Aubergine
Aubergine is most commonly known as eggplant. Eggplant is another vegetable that is extremely versatile and has a low GI. The GI of eggplant is only 15, making it a perfect choice for a low GI diet. Aubergine has a very interesting flavor that is a bit nutty. This vegetable can add a bit of body to almost any meal. You can substitute eggplant for noodles in lasagna or cut it into slices and use it instead of pasta noodles.
It goes great with many sauces and other vegetables. You can also use it as a base for a smoothie. Eggplants can also be stuffed with other low GI foods and baked for a healthy meal. You can even fry it up to give it a crispy, rich flavor. The possibilities are really endless when it comes to this large, soft, and nutritious vegetable.