Macaroni (dry, unenriched)
Low GI
GL 35 per 100 g
- Low fat content
- High glycemic load
Macaroni (dry, unenriched) has a glycemic index of 47 (Low).
Updated Jul 12, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
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- GL 19 per 100 g Chickpea fusilli offers a significantly lower glycemic load (19 vs 35) and a lower glycemic index, leading to a slower, more stable rise in blood sugar.
Chickpea fusilli - Sprouted lentil pastaGL 19 per 100 g Sprouted lentil pasta provides a similar glycemic profile to chickpea pasta, offering a much lower glycemic load than traditional macaroni.
- GL 6 per 100 g Edamame spaghetti has a very low glycemic load of 6, making it an excellent choice for minimizing blood sugar impact compared to standard wheat pasta.
Edamame pasta - GL 1 per 100 g This swap drastically reduces the glycemic load from 35 to 1, providing a vegetable-based alternative that is highly beneficial for blood sugar management.
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Forms of Macaroni (dry, unenriched)
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 371 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 75.2 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 2.7 g |
| Natural | 2.7 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 2.7 g |
| Soluble | 0.8 g |
| Insoluble | 1.9 g |
| Protein | 13 g |
| Fat | 1.5 g |
| Saturated | 0.3 g |
| Unsaturated | 1.2 g |
| Sodium | 6 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Low fat content
- Source of plant protein
- High glycemic load
- Low fiber content
- Moderately processed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Macaroni (dry, unenriched)?
Macaroni (dry, unenriched) has a glycemic index of 47 (Low) and a glycemic load of 35 per 100 g.
Is Macaroni (dry, unenriched) good for people with insulin resistance?
Macaroni (dry, unenriched) 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.
Which form of Macaroni (dry, unenriched) has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Macaroni (dry, unenriched) in this database, Low-carb macaroni has the lowest glycemic load (7 per 100 g).
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