Wheat orecchiette
Low GI
GL 31 per 100 g
- High fiber content
- Moderate glycemic load
Wheat orecchiette has a glycemic index of 45 (Low).
Updated Oct 2, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
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- GL 12 per 100 g Lentil pasta offers a significantly lower GI of 22 and a much lower GL of 12, providing a much slower and more stable blood sugar response compared to wheat orecchiette.
Lentil pasta - GL 5 per 100 g Cauliflower linguine drastically reduces the glycemic load from 31 to 5, making it an excellent choice for minimizing blood sugar spikes.
Cauliflower linguine - GL 19 per 100 g Chickpea fusilli provides a lower GI of 35 and a reduced GL of 19, offering a more blood-sugar-friendly alternative while maintaining a pasta-like experience.
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Forms of Wheat orecchiette
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 340 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 68 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 2 g |
| Natural | 2 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 7 g |
| Soluble | 2 g |
| Insoluble | 5 g |
| Protein | 13 g |
| Fat | 2.5 g |
| Saturated | 0.5 g |
| Unsaturated | 2 g |
| Sodium | 5 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- High fiber content
- Good source of plant protein
- Low added sugars
- Moderate glycemic load
- Processed grain product
- Contains gluten
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Wheat orecchiette?
Wheat orecchiette has a glycemic index of 45 (Low) and a glycemic load of 31 per 100 g.
Is Wheat orecchiette good for people with insulin resistance?
Wheat orecchiette has a low glycemic index (45), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Wheat orecchiette has the lowest glycemic load?
Wheat orecchiette has the lowest glycemic load of all forms of Wheat orecchiette in this database (31 per 100 g).
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