Polish Pierogi Dumplings with Potato & Cheese
Quick answer
A medium portion of Polish Pierogi Dumplings with Potato & Cheese (150 g) contains 322 kcal, with 51 g of net carbohydrates and 10.8 g of protein. Its glycemic index is 55 (Low) for how fast it raises blood sugar, while its glycemic load per portion is 28.1 (High) for its actual effect.
- Carbs54 g66.7%
- Protein10.8 g13.3%
- Fat7.2 g20%
- Fibre3 g
Percentages of total energy (calories)
Classic Polish dumplings boiled in water and filled with mashed potato, fresh curd cheese and caramelised onion; warm comfort food with a low glycemic index (55), though a full serving carries a high glycemic load.
💡 Smart Nutritional Guidance
Consumption advice
Eat them boiled and skip browning them in butter or bacon fat to cut calories and saturated fat.
Best preparation methods
Start your meal with a sauerkraut salad to add fibre and slow the absorption of the dumplings’ carbohydrates.
Important Nutritional Note
For people with diabetes or insulin resistance, it is always recommended to consider the total glycemic load (GL) of the meal rather than relying on the glycemic index alone.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per typical portion (150 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 215 kcal | 322.5 kcal |
| Protein | 7.2 g | 10.8 g |
| Carbohydrate | 36 g | 54 g |
| Available carbohydrate | 34 g | 51 g |
| Fat | 4.8 g | 7.2 g |
| Dietary fibre | 2 g | 3 g |
The typical portion is approximate, for comparison purposes.
Comparison & smarter alternatives
Among the foods in Grains & starches with a glycemic index (61), it ranks 40 (lowest first).
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Frequently asked questions
Is Polish Pierogi Dumplings with Potato & Cheese good for weight loss?
It can fit a balanced plan with portion control: a 150 g portion gives 323 kcal, and what matters most is your total daily intake and the rest of the meal.
How does Polish Pierogi Dumplings with Potato & Cheese affect blood sugar?
Its glycemic index is 55 (Low), a clinically reviewed estimate rather than a laboratory measurement. A typical 150 g portion has a glycemic load of 28.1 (High), so it is best to reduce or split the portion and combine it with protein and fibre.
What is the nutritional value of a typical portion of Polish Pierogi Dumplings with Potato & Cheese?
A typical 150 g portion of Polish Pierogi Dumplings with Potato & Cheese provides about 323 kcal, 10.8 g protein, 54 g carbohydrate, 7.2 g fat and 3 g fibre.
Read also
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References & Scientific Sources
- The glycemic index of this food is a clinically reviewed estimate by the WiBo Health medical team, not a laboratory measurement from the International GI Tables (Atkinson 2021). GI bands (low ≤ 55 · medium 56–69 · high ≥ 70) follow: ISO 26642:2010. Food products — Determination of the glycaemic index (GI) and recommendation for food classification. International Organization for Standardization; 2010. www.iso.org/standard/43633.html
- Definition of available carbohydrate and glycemic load: FAO/WHO. Carbohydrates in human nutrition: report of a joint FAO/WHO expert consultation. FAO Food and Nutrition Paper 66. Rome; 1998. www.fao.org/4/w8079e/w8079e00.htm
Reviewed by the WiBo Health medical team · Last reviewed 13 October 2026
Disclaimer: This guidance is for nutritional lifestyle orientation and does not constitute a diagnostic medical device under EU Regulation MDR 2017/745.