Chickpea pasta shells
Low GI
GL 30 per typical piece (120 g) · GL 25 per 100 g
- High fiber content
- Moderate glycemic load
Chickpea pasta shells has a glycemic index of 45, lower than plain Manicotti pasta (55). One typical piece (120 g) adds a glycemic load of 30.
Updated Jul 13, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
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- GL 0.5 per 100 g Zucchini noodles offer a massive reduction in glycemic load (0.5 vs 25), significantly minimizing the post-meal blood sugar spike.
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 355 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 55 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 3 g |
| Natural | 3 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 11 g |
| Soluble | 3.3 g |
| Insoluble | 7.7 g |
| Protein | 20 g |
| Fat | 6 g |
| Saturated | 0.7 g |
| Unsaturated | 5.3 g |
| Sodium | 10 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- High fiber content
- Low glycemic index
- High protein content
- Moderate glycemic load
- Processed compared to whole legumes
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Chickpea pasta shells?
Chickpea pasta shells has a glycemic index of 45 (Low). One typical piece (120 g) has a glycemic load of 30; per 100 g the glycemic load is 25.
Is Chickpea pasta shells good for people with insulin resistance?
Chickpea pasta shells has a low glycemic index (45), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Manicotti pasta has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Manicotti pasta in this database, Manicotti pasta has the lowest glycemic load (16 per 100 g).
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