Lazy pierogi
Medium GI
GL 18 per 100 g
- Contains protein from cheese and eggs
- Moderate glycemic load
Lazy pierogi has a glycemic index of 65 (Moderate).
Updated Sep 8, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- GL 6 per 100 g Cauliflower gnocchi provides a similar texture and mouthfeel to pierogi while significantly lowering the glycemic load from 18 to 6.
Cauliflower gnocchi - GL 1 per 100 g These pancakes offer a protein-rich, low-glycemic alternative that mimics the soft, doughy consistency of leniwe pierogi with a much smaller impact on blood sugar.
Cottage cheese and egg pancake - GL 3 per 100 g This swap maintains the creamy, slightly sweet profile of leniwe pierogi while drastically reducing the glycemic load from 18 to 3.
Low-fat cottage cheese blended with mashed berries
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 185 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 28 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 2.5 g |
| Natural | 2.5 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 1.2 g |
| Soluble | 0.4 g |
| Insoluble | 0.8 g |
| Protein | 8 g |
| Fat | 4.5 g |
| Saturated | 2.2 g |
| Unsaturated | 2.3 g |
| Sodium | 180 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Contains protein from cheese and eggs
- Provides some dietary fiber
- Moderate glycemic load
- Refined flour base
- Moderate processing level
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Lazy pierogi?
Lazy pierogi has a glycemic index of 65 (Moderate) and a glycemic load of 18 per 100 g.
Is Lazy pierogi good for people with insulin resistance?
Lazy pierogi has a medium glycemic index (65). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Cauliflower gnocchi.
How does Lazy pierogi affect blood sugar?
Lazy pierogi has a glycemic load of 18 per 100g, which indicates a moderate impact on blood sugar levels.
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