Whole grain spaghetti
Low GI
GL 29 per 100 g
- High fiber content
- Moderate glycemic load
Whole grain spaghetti has a glycemic index of 42, lower than plain Cooked spaghetti (49).
Updated Jul 13, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
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- GL 0.5 per 100 g Zucchini noodles offer a massive reduction in glycemic load (0.5 vs 29) and a much lower GI, making them an excellent blood-sugar-friendly alternative to traditional pasta.
Spiralized zucchini - GL 2 per 100 g Spaghetti squash provides a similar texture to pasta but with a significantly lower glycemic load (2 vs 29), helping to prevent sharp blood sugar spikes.
Spaghetti squash - GL 19 per 100 g Chickpea fusilli is a high-protein, high-fiber alternative that lowers both the GI and GL compared to whole grain spaghetti, supporting better glucose control while maintaining a pasta-like experience.
Chickpea fusilli - Sprouted lentil pastaGL 19 per 100 g Sprouted lentil pasta offers improved digestibility and a lower glycemic load (19 vs 29) compared to whole grain wheat pasta, making it a more stable choice for blood sugar management.
Forms of Cooked spaghetti
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 340 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 68 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 3 g |
| Natural | 3 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 protein source
- Low added sugar
- Moderate glycemic load
- Contains gluten
- Lightly processed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Whole grain spaghetti?
Whole grain spaghetti has a glycemic index of 42 (Low) and a glycemic load of 29 per 100 g.
Is Whole grain spaghetti good for people with insulin resistance?
Whole grain spaghetti has a low glycemic index (42), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Cooked spaghetti has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Cooked spaghetti in this database, Spaghetti hoops has the lowest glycemic load (7 per 100 g).
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