Classic gnocchi
Medium GI
GL 30 per cup (150 g) · GL 20 per 100 g
- Low in fat
- High glycemic load
Classic gnocchi has a glycemic index of 68 (Moderate). One cup (150 g) adds a glycemic load of 30.
Reviewed Aug 6, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted, human-reviewed) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- GL 6 per 100 g Significantly lower in carbohydrates and glycemic load, making it much better for blood sugar stability.
Cauliflower gnocchi - GL 14 per 100 g The higher protein and fiber content slows digestion and reduces the overall glycemic impact.
Chickpea flour gnocchi - GL 0.5 per 100 g An extremely low-carb, nutrient-dense vegetable alternative that eliminates the refined starch spike entirely.
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Forms of Classic gnocchi
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Classic gnocchi is one of the 11,117 foods Logi scores when you photograph a meal — with the portion.
Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving | 125 g | 25 |
| 1 cup | 150 g | 30 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 140 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 29 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 0.5 g |
| Natural | 0.5 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 1.5 g |
| Soluble | 0.5 g |
| Insoluble | 1 g |
| Protein | 3 g |
| Fat | 0.4 g |
| Saturated | 0.1 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.3 g |
| Sodium | 250 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Low in fat
- No added sugar
- High glycemic load
- Low protein and fiber content
- Refined starch base
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Classic gnocchi?
Classic gnocchi has a glycemic index of 68 (Moderate). One cup (150 g) has a glycemic load of 30; per 100 g the glycemic load is 20.
Is Classic gnocchi good for people with insulin resistance?
Classic gnocchi has a medium glycemic index (68). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Cauliflower gnocchi.
Which form of Classic gnocchi has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Classic gnocchi in this database, Pea gnocchi has the lowest glycemic load (13 per 100 g).
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