Highlander-style dumplings
Medium GI
GL 17 per 100 g
- Contains protein from meat filling
- Moderate glycemic load
Highlander-style dumplings has a glycemic index of 60, lower than plain Pierogi (65).
Updated Jul 13, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- Steamed and mashed cauliflowerGL 1 per 100 g Cauliflower mash provides a significantly lower glycemic impact (GI 15, GL 1) compared to traditional grain-based dumplings, helping to stabilize blood sugar levels.
- Red lentil gnocchiGL 13 per 100 g Red lentil gnocchi offers a more favorable glycemic profile (GI 45, GL 13) while maintaining a similar texture and culinary role to dumplings.
- GL 14 per 100 g Chickpea gnocchi is a protein-rich alternative that results in a lower glycemic load (GL 14) than standard dumplings, supporting better glucose management.
Chickpea flour gnocchi
Forms of Pierogi
- GI 65 · GL 21 per 100 g
Pierogi - GI 50 · GL 13 per 100 g wholespinach cottage cheese filling
Whole grain flour dumplings with cheese and spinach - GI 55 · GL 15 per 100 g baked
Baked dumplings with vegetable and lentil filling - GI 55 · GL 16 per 100 g buckwheat lentil
Lentil and buckwheat dumplings - GI 55 · GL 17.6 per 100 g sweet potato chickpea filling
Sweet potato and chickpea dumplings - Cheese pierogiGI 60 · GL 19 per 100 g cheese
- Potato and cheese pierogiGI 65 · GL 21 per 100 g potato cheese filling
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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 | 7 g |
| Fat | 7 g |
| Saturated | 2.5 g |
| Unsaturated | 3.5 g |
| Sodium | 420 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Contains protein from meat filling
- Provides some dietary fiber
- Moderate glycemic load
- High sodium content
- Processed flour dough
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Highlander-style dumplings?
Highlander-style dumplings has a glycemic index of 60 (Moderate) and a glycemic load of 17 per 100 g.
Is Highlander-style dumplings good for people with insulin resistance?
Highlander-style dumplings has a medium glycemic index (60). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Steamed and mashed cauliflower.
Which form of Pierogi has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Pierogi in this database, Whole grain flour dumplings with cheese and spinach has the lowest glycemic load (13 per 100 g).
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