Pistachios in shell
Low GI
GL 5 per typical piece (120 g) · GL 4.2 per 100 g
- Very low glycemic load
- High caloric density
Pistachios in shell has a glycemic index of 15, the same as plain Pistachios (15). One typical piece (120 g) adds a glycemic load of 5.
Updated Jul 4, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
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Pistachios in shell is one of the 11,117 foods Logi scores when you photograph a meal — with the portion.
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 560 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 28 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 8 g |
| Natural | 8 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 10 g |
| Soluble | 3 g |
| Insoluble | 7 g |
| Protein | 20 g |
| Fat | 45 g |
| Saturated | 6 g |
| Unsaturated | 37 g |
| Sodium | 1 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Very low glycemic load
- High protein and fiber content
- High caloric density
- High total fat content
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Pistachios in shell?
Pistachios in shell has a glycemic index of 15 (Low). One typical piece (120 g) has a glycemic load of 5; per 100 g the glycemic load is 4.2.
Is Pistachios in shell good for people with insulin resistance?
Pistachios in shell has a low glycemic index (15), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Pistachios has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Pistachios in this database, Salt and vinegar pistachios has the lowest glycemic load (3.3 per 100 g).
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