All comparisons
Shop Macaroni Shop Whole Wheat Pasta
Pasta
Macaroni vs Whole Wheat Pasta
Per 100g, Macaroni has 17.3g carbs and Whole Wheat Pasta has 26.4g (GI 47 vs 42). Whole Wheat Pasta is the better-quality carb for steadier energy with 3.4g more fiber and 0.7g less sugar and a lower glycemic index.
Whole Wheat Pasta is the better-quality carb
Side by side
per 100g| Metric | Macaroni | Whole Wheat Pasta |
|---|---|---|
Calories — | 149 | 124.3 |
Total carbs — | 17.3g | 26.4g |
Net carbs — | 16.2g | 21.9g |
Fiber Higher wins | 1.1g | 4.5g |
Sugar Lower wins | 1.5g | 0.8g |
Protein Higher wins | 5.6g | 5.4g |
Glycemic index Lower wins | 47 | 42 |
Glycemic load Lower wins | 7.6 | 9.2 |
Highlighted cell wins each row for carb quality. Values normalised per 100g from USDA reference data.
As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. Some links are sponsored or paid placements; this never changes what we recommend.