Macaroni pasta
Low GI
GL 21 per cup (140 g) · GL 15 per 100 g
- Low total fat content
- High glycemic load per serving
Macaroni pasta has a glycemic index of 47 (Low). One cup (140 g) adds a glycemic load of 21.
Reviewed Aug 6, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted, human-reviewed) · Not medical advice · Report an error
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 2 oz dry (typical serving) | 56 g | 8.4 |
| 1 cup | 140 g | 21 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 157 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 30.9 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 0.6 g |
| Natural | 0.6 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 1.8 g |
| Soluble | 0.5 g |
| Insoluble | 1.3 g |
| Protein | 5.8 g |
| Fat | 0.9 g |
| Saturated | 0.2 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.7 g |
| Sodium | 1 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Low total fat content
- Moderate glycemic index
- High glycemic load per serving
- Low fiber-to-carbohydrate ratio
- Refined starch structure
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Macaroni pasta?
Macaroni pasta has a glycemic index of 47 (Low). One cup (140 g) has a glycemic load of 21; per 100 g the glycemic load is 15.
Is Macaroni pasta good for people with insulin resistance?
Macaroni pasta has a low glycemic index (47), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
How does Macaroni pasta affect blood sugar?
Macaroni pasta has a glycemic load of 15 per 100g, which indicates a moderate impact on blood sugar levels.
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