Classic Marinara Sauce
Low GI
GL 6 per typical cup (150 g) · GL 4 per 100 g
- Low glycemic load
- High sodium content
Classic Marinara Sauce has a glycemic index of 45 (Low). One typical cup (150 g) adds a glycemic load of 6.
Updated Jul 4, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
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Forms of Classic Marinara Sauce
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 50 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 8 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 4.5 g |
| Natural | 3.5 g |
| Added | 1 g |
| Fiber | 1.8 g |
| Soluble | 0.54 g |
| Insoluble | 1.26 g |
| Protein | 1.5 g |
| Fat | 1.5 g |
| Saturated | 0.2 g |
| Unsaturated | 1.3 g |
| Sodium | 400 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Low glycemic load
- Low in saturated fat
- High sodium content
- Presence of added sugars
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
Recipes with Classic Marinara Sauce
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Classic Marinara Sauce?
Classic Marinara Sauce has a glycemic index of 45 (Low). One typical cup (150 g) has a glycemic load of 6; per 100 g the glycemic load is 4.
Is Classic Marinara Sauce good for people with insulin resistance?
Classic Marinara Sauce has a low glycemic index (45), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Classic Marinara Sauce has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Classic Marinara Sauce in this database, Lean ground turkey and tomato-based sauce with italian herbs has the lowest glycemic load (1 per 100 g).
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