Spaetzle
High GI
GL 31.5 per typical cup (150 g) · GL 21 per 100 g
- Moderate protein content
- High glycemic load
Spaetzle has a glycemic index of 70 (High). One typical cup (150 g) adds a glycemic load of 31.5.
Updated Jul 13, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- GL 6 per 100 g Cauliflower gnocchi provides a much lower glycemic load (GL 6 vs 20) and GI, offering a similar texture to Spätzle with significantly less impact on blood sugar.
Cauliflower gnocchi - GL 19 per 100 g Chickpea fusilli has a significantly lower GI (35 vs 70) than Spätzle, providing a more stable energy release while maintaining a pasta-like experience.
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 170 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 30 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 | 6 g |
| Fat | 2 g |
| Saturated | 0.5 g |
| Unsaturated | 1 g |
| Sodium | 120 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Moderate protein content
- Low added sugar
- Contains some fiber
- High glycemic load
- High glycemic index
- Low fiber compared to total carbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Spaetzle?
Spaetzle has a glycemic index of 70 (High). One typical cup (150 g) has a glycemic load of 31.5; per 100 g the glycemic load is 21.
Is Spaetzle good for people with insulin resistance?
Spaetzle has a high glycemic index (70) and raises blood sugar quickly. A lower-load alternative is Cauliflower gnocchi.
How does Spaetzle affect blood sugar?
Spaetzle has a glycemic load of 21 per 100g, which indicates a significant impact on blood sugar levels.
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