Penne Pasta
Low GI
GL 54 per typical cup (150 g) · GL 36 per 100 g
- Low fat content
- High glycemic load (36) impacting blood sugar
Penne Pasta has a glycemic index of 50 (Low). One typical cup (150 g) adds a glycemic load of 54.
Updated Sep 16, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 355 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 71 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 | 12.5 g |
| Fat | 1.5 g |
| Saturated | 0.3 g |
| Unsaturated | 1.2 g |
| Sodium | 5 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Low fat content
- Moderate protein content
- High glycemic load (36) impacting blood sugar
- Refined carbohydrate source
- Low fiber-to-carb ratio
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Penne Pasta?
Penne Pasta has a glycemic index of 50 (Low). One typical cup (150 g) has a glycemic load of 54; per 100 g the glycemic load is 36.
Is Penne Pasta good for people with insulin resistance?
Penne Pasta has a low glycemic index (50), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Penne Pasta has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Penne Pasta in this database, Gluten-free penne rigate has the lowest glycemic load (24 per 100 g).
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