Penne pasta

GI 55 · ModerateGL 16.8 / cup5/10

Medium GI

55 GI

GL 16.8 per cup (105 g) · GL 16 per 100 g

Logi score 5/10

Moderate protein content
Moderate glycemic load

Penne pasta has a glycemic index of 55 (Moderate). One cup (105 g) adds a glycemic load of 16.8.

Reviewed Jul 31, 2026 · Sources: USDA FoodData Central #169751 , Logi Nutrition Team · Not medical advice · Report an error

Instead of this

Lentil pasta with low-sugar tomato sauce
GL 7 per 100 g Significantly higher in fiber and protein, resulting in a much lower glycemic impact.
Chickpea flour gnocchi
GL 14 per 100 g Provides more stable blood sugar levels due to a higher protein and fiber content than wheat pasta.

Forms of Penne pasta

Penne pasta, boiled
GI 55 · GL 17 per 100 g boiled

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Portions

Portion	Grams	GL
1 cup, shells	105 g	16.8
1 cup, farfalle	107 g	17.1
1 cup, rotini	107 g	17.1
1 cup, penne	107 g	17.1
1 cup, lasagne	116 g	18.6
1 cup, elbows not packed	120 g	19.2
1 cup, spaghetti not packed	124 g	19.9
1 cup, elbows packed	132 g	21.1

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1 cup, packed

151 g

24.2

Nutrition Facts (per 100g)

157

Calories

30.9 g

Carbs

5.8 g

Protein

0.9 g

Fat

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	0.36 g
Insoluble	1.44 g
Protein	5.8 g
Fat	0.9 g
Saturated	0.2 g
Unsaturated	0.7 g
Sodium	1 mg

Processing Level

45%

Moderate

Why this score?

Moderate protein content
Low added sugar
Contains some fiber
Moderate glycemic load
Low fiber for a grain product
Refined carbohydrate

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Allergens

Contains: gluten

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the glycemic index of Penne pasta?

Penne pasta has a glycemic index of 55 (Moderate). One cup (105 g) has a glycemic load of 16.8; per 100 g the glycemic load is 16.

Is Penne pasta good for people with insulin resistance?

Penne pasta has a medium glycemic index (55). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Lentil pasta with low-sugar tomato sauce.

Which form of Penne pasta has the lowest glycemic load?

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

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