Potato pirozhok
Medium GI
GL 23 per 100 g
- Contains some fiber
- Moderate glycemic load
Potato pirozhok has a glycemic index of 65, lower than plain Potato (78).
Updated Jul 14, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- Low-carb savory pockets (cauliflower and almond flour crust)GL 1.4 per 100 g This swap offers a massive reduction in glycemic load from 23 to 1.4, providing a similar savory experience with minimal impact on blood sugar.
- GL 8 per 100 g This provides a protein-rich, savory alternative with a significantly lower glycemic load (8 vs 23) that serves as a satisfying, blood-sugar-friendly replacement for a potato-filled pastry.
Chickpea flour savory pancake (socca/farinata) - GL 7 per 100 g This is a nutrient-dense, fiber-rich alternative that lowers the glycemic load to 7, helping to prevent the sharp glucose spikes associated with the original pastry.
Vegan cabbage roll - GL 1 per 100 g These offer a very low glycemic load of 1, making them an excellent, vegetable-forward choice to replace the high-carb potato filling.
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Forms of Potato
- GI 78 · GL 13.7 per 100 g
Potato - Purple potatoGI 45 · GL 9 per 100 g purple
- GI 58 · GL 10 per 100 g new
Baby potatoes - GI 65 · GL 10 per 100 g canned
Canned potatoes - Peeled potatoesGI 60 · GL 10 per 100 g peeled
- Potato with skinGI 60 · GL 10 per 100 g with skin
- Waxy potatoGI 58 · GL 10 per 100 g waxy
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 220 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 36 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 2 g |
| Natural | 1.5 g |
| Added | 0.5 g |
| Fiber | 2.5 g |
| Soluble | 0.8 g |
| Insoluble | 1.7 g |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Fat | 6 g |
| Saturated | 1.2 g |
| Unsaturated | 4.8 g |
| Sodium | 350 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Contains some fiber
- Provides plant-based protein
- Moderate glycemic load
- Processed flour
- Added sodium and some added sugar
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Potato pirozhok?
Potato pirozhok has a glycemic index of 65 (Moderate) and a glycemic load of 23 per 100 g.
Is Potato pirozhok good for people with insulin resistance?
Potato pirozhok has a medium glycemic index (65). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Low-carb savory pockets (cauliflower and almond flour crust).
Which form of Potato has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Potato in this database, Purple potato has the lowest glycemic load (9 per 100 g).
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