Potato pancakes
High GI
GL 24 per typical piece (120 g) · GL 20 per 100 g
- Low processing level
- High glycemic index and load
Potato pancakes has a glycemic index of 75 (High). One typical piece (120 g) adds a glycemic load of 24.
Updated Jul 4, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
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- GL 1.3 per 100 g Significantly lower in carbohydrates and glycemic load compared to potato-based versions.
Cauliflower pancake - GL 7 per 100 g Zucchini has a much lower glycemic impact and higher water content, leading to a flatter glucose response.
Baked zucchini fritters (with eggs and whole-grain flour) - GL 3 per 100 g Celeriac is a fibrous, low-glycemic root vegetable that provides a similar texture to potatoes without the rapid blood sugar spike.
Celeriac (celery root), diced and baked
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 180 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 27 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 1.2 g |
| Natural | 1.2 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 2.1 g |
| Soluble | 0.6 g |
| Insoluble | 1.5 g |
| Protein | 3.5 g |
| Fat | 7 g |
| Saturated | 1.2 g |
| Unsaturated | 5.2 g |
| Sodium | 320 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Low processing level
- Naturally low in sugar
- High glycemic index and load
- Starchy vegetable base
- Often fried in oil
Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Potato pancakes?
Potato pancakes has a glycemic index of 75 (High). One typical piece (120 g) has a glycemic load of 24; per 100 g the glycemic load is 20.
Is Potato pancakes good for people with insulin resistance?
Potato pancakes has a high glycemic index (75) and raises blood sugar quickly. A lower-load alternative is Cauliflower pancake.
How does Potato pancakes affect blood sugar?
Potato pancakes has a glycemic load of 20 per 100g, which indicates a significant impact on blood sugar levels.
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