Meat pierogi
Medium GI
GL 17 per 100 g
- Contains protein from meat
- Moderate glycemic load
Meat pierogi has a glycemic index of 60 (Moderate).
Updated Jul 30, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- Stuffed cabbage rollsGL 5 per 100 g Cabbage rolls offer a similar savory, meat-filled experience but with a significantly lower GL of 5 compared to 17, leading to a much smaller blood sugar impact.
- Stuffed bell peppers with quinoa, feta, and spinachGL 6 per 100 g Stuffed peppers provide a hearty, satisfying meal similar to pierogi but with a much lower GL of 6, helping to stabilize your glucose levels.
- GL 7 per 100 g Lentil pasta provides a familiar pasta-like texture while offering a much lower GL of 7, which helps prevent the sharp glucose spikes associated with traditional grain-based pierogi.
Lentil pasta with low-sugar tomato sauce
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 210 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 28 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 1.5 g |
| Natural | 1.5 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Soluble | 0.6 g |
| Insoluble | 1.4 g |
| Protein | 8 g |
| Fat | 7 g |
| Saturated | 2.5 g |
| Unsaturated | 4.5 g |
| Sodium | 420 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Contains protein from meat
- Provides some dietary fiber
- Moderate glycemic load
- Processed flour
- High sodium content
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Meat pierogi?
Meat pierogi has a glycemic index of 60 (Moderate) and a glycemic load of 17 per 100 g.
Is Meat pierogi good for people with insulin resistance?
Meat pierogi has a medium glycemic index (60). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Stuffed cabbage rolls.
How does Meat pierogi affect blood sugar?
Meat pierogi has a glycemic load of 17 per 100g, which indicates a moderate impact on blood sugar levels.
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