Focaccia
High GI
GL 17 per piece (50 g) · GL 34 per 100 g
- Contains some unsaturated fats from olive oil
- High glycemic index and load
Focaccia has a glycemic index of 70 (High). One piece (50 g) adds a glycemic load of 17.
Updated Jul 12, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- GL 2 per 100 g This flatbread offers a similar savory experience to focaccia but with a significantly lower GL of 2 compared to 34, leading to a much smaller blood sugar impact.
Cauliflower flatbread (cauliflower, eggs, garlic) - GL 8 per 100 g Socca provides a satisfying, bread-like texture while reducing the glycemic load from 34 to 8, making it a much more stable choice for blood glucose management.
Chickpea flatbread (socca) - GL 2.7 per 100 g These crackers offer a crunchy, grain-based alternative with a minimal GL of 2, preventing the sharp glucose spikes associated with traditional focaccia.
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Forms of Focaccia
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 slice (approx. 2x4 inches) | 50 g | 17 |
| 1 serving | 100 g | 34 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 270 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 48 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 1.5 g |
| Natural | 1 g |
| Added | 0.5 g |
| Fiber | 2.5 g |
| Soluble | 0.8 g |
| Insoluble | 1.8 g |
| Protein | 8 g |
| Fat | 6 g |
| Saturated | 1 g |
| Unsaturated | 5 g |
| Sodium | 600 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Contains some unsaturated fats from olive oil
- Provides moderate protein
- High glycemic index and load
- Moderate sodium content
- Low fiber content
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Focaccia?
Focaccia has a glycemic index of 70 (High). One piece (50 g) has a glycemic load of 17; per 100 g the glycemic load is 34.
Is Focaccia good for people with insulin resistance?
Focaccia has a high glycemic index (70) and raises blood sugar quickly. A lower-load alternative is Cauliflower flatbread (cauliflower, eggs, garlic).
Which form of Focaccia has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Focaccia in this database, Whole grain focaccia has the lowest glycemic load (24 per 100 g).
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