Shell pasta
Medium GI
GL 43 per 100 g
- Low fat content
- High glycemic index
Shell pasta has a glycemic index of 60 (Moderate).
Updated Jul 13, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- GL 5.4 per 100 g Black bean pasta offers a significantly lower glycemic load (5 vs 43) and lower GI, providing a much steadier blood sugar response while maintaining a pasta-like texture.
Black bean pasta - GL 19 per 100 g Chickpea fusilli provides a substantial reduction in glycemic load (19 vs 43) and a lower GI, making it a more blood-sugar-friendly alternative to traditional wheat pasta.
Chickpea fusilli - GL 0.5 per 100 g Zucchini noodles are an excellent low-glycemic swap, with a GI of 15 and a negligible glycemic load, which will prevent the sharp glucose spikes associated with shell pasta.
Spiralized zucchini - GL 2 per 100 g Spaghetti squash is a nutrient-dense, low-glycemic vegetable alternative that drastically reduces the glycemic load compared to shell pasta.
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 355 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 72 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 2.5 g |
| Natural | 2.5 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 2.7 g |
| Soluble | 0.8 g |
| Insoluble | 1.9 g |
| Protein | 11 g |
| Fat | 1.5 g |
| Saturated | 0.3 g |
| Unsaturated | 1.2 g |
| Sodium | 5 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Low fat content
- Source of complex carbohydrates
- High glycemic index
- Low fiber content
- Refined grain product
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Shell pasta?
Shell pasta has a glycemic index of 60 (Moderate) and a glycemic load of 43 per 100 g.
Is Shell pasta good for people with insulin resistance?
Shell pasta has a medium glycemic index (60). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Black bean pasta.
How does Shell pasta affect blood sugar?
Shell pasta has a glycemic load of 43 per 100g, which indicates a significant impact on blood sugar levels.
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