Bucatini
GI 65 · ModerateGL 47 / 100 g4/10
Medium GI
65 GI
GL 47 per 100 g
Logi score 4/10
- Source of complex carbohydrates
- High glycemic index and load
Bucatini has a glycemic index of 65 (Moderate).
Updated Jul 12, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- GL 19 per 100 g Chickpea fusilli offers a significantly lower glycemic load (19 vs 47) and slower digestion due to higher protein and fiber content.
Chickpea fusilli - GL 0.5 per 100 g Zucchini noodles provide a dramatic reduction in glycemic impact (GL 0.5 vs 47), making them an excellent low-carb alternative for pasta dishes.
Spiralized zucchini - Sprouted lentil pastaGL 19 per 100 g Sprouted lentil pasta provides a much more stable blood sugar response with a glycemic load of 19 compared to the original 47.
- GL 2 per 100 g Spaghetti squash is a nutrient-dense, low-glycemic vegetable alternative that drastically lowers the glycemic load from 47 to 2.
Spaghetti squash
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
357
Calories
72 g
Carbs
12.5 g
Protein
1.5 g
Fat
per 100g
| Calories | 357 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 72 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 2.7 g |
| Natural | 2.7 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Soluble | 0.9 g |
| Insoluble | 2.1 g |
| Protein | 12.5 g |
| Fat | 1.5 g |
| Saturated | 0.3 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.2 g |
| Sodium | 5 mg |
Processing Level
45%
Moderate
Why this score?
- Source of complex carbohydrates
- Contains some protein
- High glycemic index and load
- Low fiber content
- Refined grain, not whole grain
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Bucatini?
Bucatini has a glycemic index of 65 (Moderate) and a glycemic load of 47 per 100 g.
Is Bucatini good for people with insulin resistance?
Bucatini has a medium glycemic index (65). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Chickpea fusilli.
How does Bucatini affect blood sugar?
Bucatini has a glycemic load of 47 per 100g, which indicates a significant impact on blood sugar levels.
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