Whole wheat spaetzle
Medium GI
GL 18 per 100 g
- High fiber content
- Moderate glycemic load
Whole wheat spaetzle has a glycemic index of 55 (Moderate).
Updated Jul 16, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- GL 0.5 per 100 g Zucchini noodles offer a significantly lower glycemic impact (GL 0.5 vs 18), making them an excellent low-carb alternative to traditional pasta.
Spiralized zucchini - GL 6 per 100 g Cauliflower gnocchi provides a similar texture to spätzle but with a much lower glycemic load (GL 6 vs 18), helping to stabilize blood sugar levels.
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Whole wheat spaetzle is one of the 11,117 foods Logi scores when you photograph a meal — with the portion.
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 180 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 32 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 1.2 g |
| Natural | 1.2 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 5 g |
| Soluble | 1.5 g |
| Insoluble | 3.5 g |
| Protein | 7 g |
| Fat | 3 g |
| Saturated | 0.7 g |
| Unsaturated | 2.3 g |
| Sodium | 320 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- High fiber content
- Moderate protein
- Low added sugar
- Moderate glycemic load
- Contains refined salt
- Processed grain product
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Whole wheat spaetzle?
Whole wheat spaetzle has a glycemic index of 55 (Moderate) and a glycemic load of 18 per 100 g.
Is Whole wheat spaetzle good for people with insulin resistance?
Whole wheat spaetzle has a medium glycemic index (55). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Spiralized zucchini.
How does Whole wheat spaetzle affect blood sugar?
Whole wheat spaetzle has a glycemic load of 18 per 100g, which indicates a moderate impact on blood sugar levels.
Check Whole wheat spaetzle in the Logi app, with your portion.
