Corn macaroni
Medium GI
GL 73.5 per typical cup (150 g) · GL 49 per 100 g
- Gluten-free option
- High glycemic index
Corn macaroni has a glycemic index of 65, higher than plain Macaroni (dry, unenriched) (47). One typical cup (150 g) adds a glycemic load of 73.5.
Updated Jul 12, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- GL 0.5 per 100 g Zucchini noodles offer a massive reduction in glycemic load (0.5 vs 49) and GI, making them the most effective choice for blood sugar stability.
Spiralized zucchini - GL 6 per 100 g Edamame spaghetti provides a significantly lower glycemic load (6 vs 49) and higher protein content, which helps blunt the glucose response compared to corn macaroni.
Edamame pasta - GL 19 per 100 g Chickpea fusilli is a high-fiber, lower-GI alternative that provides a similar pasta experience while cutting the glycemic load by more than half.
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Forms of Macaroni (dry, unenriched)
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 75 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 1 g |
| Natural | 1 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Soluble | 0.6 g |
| Insoluble | 1.4 g |
| Protein | 6 g |
| Fat | 1.5 g |
| Saturated | 0.3 g |
| Unsaturated | 1.2 g |
| Sodium | 5 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Gluten-free option
- Low in saturated fat
- High glycemic index
- Low fiber content
- Moderately processed
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Corn macaroni?
Corn macaroni has a glycemic index of 65 (Moderate). One typical cup (150 g) has a glycemic load of 73.5; per 100 g the glycemic load is 49.
Is Corn macaroni good for people with insulin resistance?
Corn macaroni has a medium glycemic index (65). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Spiralized zucchini.
Which form of Macaroni (dry, unenriched) has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Macaroni (dry, unenriched) in this database, Low-carb macaroni has the lowest glycemic load (7 per 100 g).
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