Manicotti pasta

GI 55 · ModerateGL 19.2 / piece5/10

Medium GI

55 GI

GL 19.2 per typical piece (120 g) · GL 16 per 100 g

Logi score 5/10

Low sodium content
Moderate glycemic load

Manicotti pasta has a glycemic index of 55 (Moderate). One typical piece (120 g) adds a glycemic load of 19.2.

Updated Jul 13, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error

Instead of this

Thinly sliced zucchini (zucchini noodles)
GL 0.5 per 100 g Zucchini strips provide a similar texture for rolling or layering while drastically reducing the glycemic load from 16 to 0.5.
Cabbage leaf
GL 1 per 100 g Cabbage leaves offer a low-glycemic, fiber-rich alternative for wrapping fillings, significantly lowering the impact on blood sugar compared to pasta.

Forms of Manicotti pasta

Chickpea pasta shells
GI 45 · GL 25 per 100 g chickpea

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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)

150

Calories

30 g

Carbs

5 g

Protein

1 g

Fat

per 100g

Calories	150 kcal
Carbohydrates	30 g
Sugars (Total)	1 g
Natural	1 g
Added	0 g
Fiber	2 g
Soluble	0.4 g
Insoluble	1.6 g
Protein	5 g
Fat	1 g
Saturated	0.2 g
Unsaturated	0.3 g
Sodium	5 mg

Processing Level

50%

Moderate

Why this score?

Low sodium content
Low added sugars
Moderate glycemic load
Low fiber content
Refined grain

Allergens

Contains: gluten

May contain: eggs

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the glycemic index of Manicotti pasta?

Manicotti pasta has a glycemic index of 55 (Moderate). One typical piece (120 g) has a glycemic load of 19.2; per 100 g the glycemic load is 16.

Is Manicotti pasta good for people with insulin resistance?

Manicotti pasta has a medium glycemic index (55). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Thinly sliced zucchini (zucchini noodles).

Which form of Manicotti pasta has the lowest glycemic load?

Manicotti pasta has the lowest glycemic load of all forms of Manicotti pasta in this database (16 per 100 g).

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