Lighter pesto with greek yogurt
Low GI
GL 0.2 per typical tablespoon (15 g) · GL 1 per 100 g
- Lower saturated fat than classic pesto
- Moderate sodium content
Lighter pesto with greek yogurt has a glycemic index of 15, higher than plain Greek yogurt (11). One typical tablespoon (15 g) adds a glycemic load of 0.2.
Updated Mar 12, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Forms of Greek yogurt
- GI 11 · GL 1 per 100 g
Greek yogurt - Greek yogurt (plain, nonfat)GI 11 · GL 0.4 per 100 g thinned with water
- GI 11 · GL 0.4 per 100 g lactose free
Lactose-free greek yogurt (strained, low-fat, with probiotics) - GI 20 · GL 1 per 100 g chocolate
Cocoa powder and plain greek yogurt combination - GI 20 · GL 1 per 100 g full fat
Full-Fat Greek Yogurt - Greek yogurtGI 35 · GL 1 per 100 g sheep milk
- GI 20 · GL 1 per 100 g alfredo sauce
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 140 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 4 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 2.5 g |
| Natural | 2.5 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 1.2 g |
| Soluble | 0.4 g |
| Insoluble | 0.8 g |
| Protein | 7 g |
| Fat | 10 g |
| Saturated | 2.5 g |
| Unsaturated | 7 g |
| Sodium | 320 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Lower saturated fat than classic pesto
- Good protein content from Greek yogurt
- Contains healthy fats from olive oil and nuts
- Moderate sodium content
- Still contains some saturated fat
- Not a significant fiber source
Allergens
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Lighter pesto with greek yogurt?
Lighter pesto with greek yogurt has a glycemic index of 15 (Low). One typical tablespoon (15 g) has a glycemic load of 0.2; per 100 g the glycemic load is 1.
Is Lighter pesto with greek yogurt good for people with insulin resistance?
Lighter pesto with greek yogurt has a low glycemic index (15), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Greek yogurt has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Greek yogurt in this database, Greek yogurt (plain, nonfat) has the lowest glycemic load (0.4 per 100 g).
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