High protein pasta
Low GI
GL 28.5 per typical cup (150 g) · GL 19 per 100 g
- Good protein source
- High net carbohydrate content
High protein pasta has a glycemic index of 35, lower than plain Cooked Pasta (50). One typical cup (150 g) adds a glycemic load of 28.5.
Updated Mar 26, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
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- GL 14 per 100 g The higher fiber content and protein structure slow down digestion, leading to a more stable blood glucose response than standard protein pasta.
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Forms of Cooked Pasta
- GI 50 · GL 15 per 100 g
Cooked Pasta - GI 45 · GL 9 per 100 g wholetomato sauce
Whole grain pasta with homemade no-added-sugar tomato sauce - GI 45 · GL 12 per 100 g wholeboiled
Boiled whole grain pasta - Pasta with fish raguGI 55 · GL 12 per 100 g fish ragu
- Pasta tricolore (cooked)GI 50 · GL 13 per 100 g tricolore
- GI 50 · GL 15 per 100 g bow tie
Bow-tie pasta - GI 50 · GL 15 per 100 g cooked
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 55 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 2 g |
| Natural | 2 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 7 g |
| Soluble | 2.1 g |
| Insoluble | 4.9 g |
| Protein | 22 g |
| Fat | 2.5 g |
| Saturated | 0.5 g |
| Unsaturated | 2 g |
| Sodium | 10 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Good protein source
- Decent fiber content
- Low glycemic index
- High net carbohydrate content
- Moderate glycemic load
- Refined grain base
Allergens
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of High protein pasta?
High protein pasta has a glycemic index of 35 (Low). One typical cup (150 g) has a glycemic load of 28.5; per 100 g the glycemic load is 19.
Is High protein pasta good for people with insulin resistance?
High protein pasta has a low glycemic index (35), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Cooked Pasta has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Cooked Pasta in this database, Whole grain pasta with homemade no-added-sugar tomato sauce has the lowest glycemic load (9 per 100 g).
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