Spaghetti carbonara
Medium GI
GL 15 per 100 g
- Moderate protein content
- High sodium content
Spaghetti carbonara has a glycemic index of 55 (Moderate).
Updated Sep 2, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- GL 0.5 per 100 g Zucchini noodles offer a massive reduction in glycemic load (from 15 to 0.5), significantly minimizing the post-meal blood sugar spike.
Spiralized zucchini - GL 2 per 100 g Spaghetti squash provides a much lower glycemic impact (GL 2 vs 15) while maintaining a similar texture to traditional pasta.
Spaghetti squash - GL 12 per 100 g Lentil pasta is a fiber-rich alternative that lowers the glycemic index (22 vs 55) and provides more sustained energy release.
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 210 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 27 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 1.5 g |
| Natural | 1.5 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 1.5 g |
| Soluble | 0.5 g |
| Insoluble | 1 g |
| Protein | 9 g |
| Fat | 7 g |
| Saturated | 2.5 g |
| Unsaturated | 4.5 g |
| Sodium | 420 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Moderate protein content
- Contains some unsaturated fats
- High sodium content
- Low fiber content
- Moderate glycemic load
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Spaghetti carbonara?
Spaghetti carbonara has a glycemic index of 55 (Moderate) and a glycemic load of 15 per 100 g.
Is Spaghetti carbonara good for people with insulin resistance?
Spaghetti carbonara has a medium glycemic index (55). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Spiralized zucchini.
How does Spaghetti carbonara affect blood sugar?
Spaghetti carbonara has a glycemic load of 15 per 100g, which indicates a moderate impact on blood sugar levels.
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