Spinach spätzle
Medium GI
GL 15 per 100 g
- Contains spinach for added micronutrients
- Moderate glycemic load
Spinach spätzle has a glycemic index of 60 (Moderate).
Updated Jul 13, 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 significantly lower glycemic load (0.5 vs 15) and GI, providing a much gentler impact on blood sugar while serving as a similar pasta-like base.
Spiralized zucchini - GL 2 per 100 g Spaghetti squash provides a satisfying, fibrous texture with a much lower glycemic load (2 vs 15), helping to stabilize post-meal glucose levels.
Spaghetti squash - GL 1 per 100 g Cauliflower rice is an excellent low-glycemic alternative (GL 1 vs 15) that drastically reduces the carbohydrate load compared to grain-based spätzle.
Finely chopped cauliflower (cauliflower rice)
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 150 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 25 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 1.5 g |
| Natural | 1.5 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Soluble | 0.6 g |
| Insoluble | 1.4 g |
| Protein | 6 g |
| Fat | 3 g |
| Saturated | 1 g |
| Unsaturated | 2 g |
| Sodium | 220 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Contains spinach for added micronutrients
- Moderate protein content
- Lower in added sugars
- Moderate glycemic load
- Refined flour base
- Moderate sodium content
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Spinach spätzle?
Spinach spätzle has a glycemic index of 60 (Moderate) and a glycemic load of 15 per 100 g.
Is Spinach spätzle good for people with insulin resistance?
Spinach spätzle has a medium glycemic index (60). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Spiralized zucchini.
How does Spinach spätzle affect blood sugar?
Spinach spätzle has a glycemic load of 15 per 100g, which indicates a moderate impact on blood sugar levels.
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