Tostada shell
High GI
GL 57.6 per typical piece (120 g) · GL 48 per 100 g
- Moderate fiber content
- High glycemic load
Tostada shell has a glycemic index of 70 (High). One typical piece (120 g) adds a glycemic load of 57.6.
Updated Dec 29, 2025 · 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 | 68 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 2 g |
| Natural | 2 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 6 g |
| Soluble | 1.8 g |
| Insoluble | 4.2 g |
| Protein | 7 g |
| Fat | 19 g |
| Saturated | 3 g |
| Unsaturated | 16 g |
| Sodium | 500 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Moderate fiber content
- No added sugars
- High glycemic load
- High glycemic index
- High sodium content
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Tostada shell?
Tostada shell has a glycemic index of 70 (High). One typical piece (120 g) has a glycemic load of 57.6; per 100 g the glycemic load is 48.
Is Tostada shell good for people with insulin resistance?
Tostada shell has a high glycemic index (70) and raises blood sugar quickly. A lower-load alternative is Whole wheat tortilla.
How does Tostada shell affect blood sugar?
Tostada shell has a glycemic load of 48 per 100g, which indicates a significant impact on blood sugar levels.
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