Whole wheat pasta (orzo or stelline shape)
Low GI
GL 46.5 per typical cup (150 g) · GL 31 per 100 g
- High fiber content
- Moderate glycemic load
Whole wheat pasta (orzo or stelline shape) has a glycemic index of 45 (Low). One typical cup (150 g) adds a glycemic load of 46.5.
Updated Jul 13, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
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- GL 1 per 100 g Cauliflower rice offers a massive reduction in glycemic load (from 31 to 1), significantly minimizing the post-meal blood sugar spike.
Finely chopped cauliflower (cauliflower rice) - GL 0.5 per 100 g Zucchini noodles provide a very low glycemic impact (GL 0.5), making them an excellent, blood-sugar-friendly alternative to traditional pasta.
Spiralized zucchini - Sprouted lentil pastaGL 19 per 100 g Sprouted lentil pasta provides a more stable glycemic response (GL 19 vs 31) while maintaining a texture and culinary experience similar to traditional pasta.
- GL 19 per 100 g Chickpea fusilli is a high-protein, lower-glycemic swap (GL 19) that serves as a satisfying, blood-sugar-conscious replacement for wheat-based pasta.
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Whole wheat pasta (orzo or stelline shape) is one of the 11,117 foods Logi scores when you photograph a meal — with the portion.
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 | 2.1 g |
| Insoluble | 4.9 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
- Lower glycemic index than white pasta
- Moderate glycemic load
- Processed from flour
- Contains gluten
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Whole wheat pasta (orzo or stelline shape)?
Whole wheat pasta (orzo or stelline shape) has a glycemic index of 45 (Low). One typical cup (150 g) has a glycemic load of 46.5; per 100 g the glycemic load is 31.
Is Whole wheat pasta (orzo or stelline shape) good for people with insulin resistance?
Whole wheat pasta (orzo or stelline shape) 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.
How does Whole wheat pasta (orzo or stelline shape) affect blood sugar?
Whole wheat pasta (orzo or stelline shape) has a glycemic load of 31 per 100g, which indicates a significant impact on blood sugar levels.
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