snacks

Empanadas

High
55
Glycemic Index
16
Glycemic Load
7/10
Risk Score

Why it affects your blood sugar

Pastry wrapper and filling spike glucose.

Best when

With extra salad and chimichurri.

Avoid when

Not recommended for blood sugar management.

Recommended pairings

ChimichurriSalsaCheeseHot sauce

Better alternatives

Dark Chocolate
GI: 23GL: 4
Low
Almonds
GI: 0GL: 0
Low
Potato Chips
GI: 56GL: 12
High

Nutrition per Serving

Serving size: 1 empanada (100g)

Calories260
Carbohydrates28g
Protein9g
Fat13g

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