Wheat pasta
Low GI
GL 12.6 per cup (97 g) · GL 13 per 100 g
- Low fat content
- Low fiber content
Wheat pasta has a glycemic index of 50 (Low). One cup (97 g) adds a glycemic load of 12.6.
Reviewed Aug 6, 2026 · Sources: USDA FoodData Central #168910 , Logi Nutrition Team · Not medical advice · Report an error
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Forms of Wheat pasta
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup, penne | 97 g | 12.6 |
| 1 cup, shells | 105 g | 13.7 |
| 1 cup, farfalle | 107 g | 13.9 |
| 1 cup, rotini | 107 g | 13.9 |
| 1 cup, lasagne | 116 g | 15.1 |
| 1 cup, elbows | 117 g | 15.2 |
| 1 cup, spaghetti not packed | 117 g | 15.2 |
| 1 cup, spaghetti packed | 151 g | 19.6 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 131 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 25 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 0.7 g |
| Natural | 0.7 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 1.5 g |
| Soluble | 0.5 g |
| Insoluble | 1 g |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Fat | 1.1 g |
| Saturated | 0.2 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.9 g |
| Sodium | 6 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Low fat content
- Minimal processing
- Low fiber content
- Refined starch source
- Moderate glycemic load
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Wheat pasta?
Wheat pasta has a glycemic index of 50 (Low). One cup (97 g) has a glycemic load of 12.6; per 100 g the glycemic load is 13.
Is Wheat pasta good for people with insulin resistance?
Wheat pasta has a low glycemic index (50), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Wheat pasta has the lowest glycemic load?
Wheat pasta has the lowest glycemic load of all forms of Wheat pasta in this database (13 per 100 g).
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