Taco shell
Medium GI
GL 44 per 100 g
- Contains dietary fiber
- High glycemic load
Taco shell has a glycemic index of 68 (Moderate).
Updated Sep 30, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 470 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 65 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 1 g |
| Natural | 1 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 6 g |
| Soluble | 2 g |
| Insoluble | 4 g |
| Protein | 6.5 g |
| Fat | 20 g |
| Saturated | 3 g |
| Unsaturated | 17 g |
| Sodium | 600 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Contains dietary fiber
- Low in added sugars
- High glycemic load
- High sodium content
- Moderately processed
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Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Taco shell?
Taco shell has a glycemic index of 68 (Moderate) and a glycemic load of 44 per 100 g.
Is Taco shell good for people with insulin resistance?
Taco shell has a medium glycemic index (68). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Spring rolls wrapped in blanched collard greens.
Which form of Taco shell has the lowest glycemic load?
Taco shell has the lowest glycemic load of all forms of Taco shell in this database (44 per 100 g).
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