Bolognese sauce
Low GI
GL 5 per cup (250 g) · GL 2 per 100 g
- low glycemic load
- high sodium content
Bolognese sauce has a glycemic index of 35 (Low). One cup (250 g) adds a glycemic load of 5.
Reviewed Aug 7, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted, human-reviewed) · Not medical advice · Report an error
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 15 g | 0.3 |
| 1/2 cup serving | 125 g | 2.5 |
| 1 cup | 250 g | 5 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 95 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 6 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 3.5 g |
| Natural | 3 g |
| Added | 0.5 g |
| Fiber | 1.5 g |
| Soluble | 0.5 g |
| Insoluble | 1 g |
| Protein | 6 g |
| Fat | 5 g |
| Saturated | 1.5 g |
| Unsaturated | 2.5 g |
| Sodium | 350 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- low glycemic load
- good source of protein
- high sodium content
- low fiber content
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Bolognese sauce?
Bolognese sauce has a glycemic index of 35 (Low). One cup (250 g) has a glycemic load of 5; per 100 g the glycemic load is 2.
Is Bolognese sauce good for people with insulin resistance?
Bolognese sauce has a low glycemic index (35), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Bolognese sauce has the lowest glycemic load?
Bolognese sauce has the lowest glycemic load of all forms of Bolognese sauce in this database (2 per 100 g).
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