Empanada dough
High GI
GL 40.8 per typical piece (120 g) · GL 34 per 100 g
- Moderate protein content
- Very high glycemic load
Empanada dough has a glycemic index of 70 (High). One typical piece (120 g) adds a glycemic load of 40.8.
Updated Jul 4, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 320 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 48 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 2 g |
| Natural | 1 g |
| Added | 1 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Soluble | 0.6 g |
| Insoluble | 1.4 g |
| Protein | 7 g |
| Fat | 11 g |
| Saturated | 3.5 g |
| Unsaturated | 7 g |
| Sodium | 500 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Moderate protein content
- Contains unsaturated fats
- Very high glycemic load
- Refined carbohydrate source
- Low fiber-to-carb ratio
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Empanada dough?
Empanada dough has a glycemic index of 70 (High). One typical piece (120 g) has a glycemic load of 40.8; per 100 g the glycemic load is 34.
Is Empanada dough good for people with insulin resistance?
Empanada dough has a high glycemic index (70) and raises blood sugar quickly. A lower-load alternative is Almond flour.
How does Empanada dough affect blood sugar?
Empanada dough has a glycemic load of 34 per 100g, which indicates a significant impact on blood sugar levels.
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