What are Flavored Rice Dishes food comparisons?

Flavored Rice Dishes food comparisons help you understand the nutritional differences between similar foods in this category. We have 20 comparisons available to help you make better choices for blood sugar management.

How do I use these food comparisons for diabetes management?

Each comparison shows two foods side-by-side with their Blood Sugar Impact (BSI), carbohydrates, sugars, fiber, fat, and protein content. Look for foods with lower BSI scores and higher fiber content for better blood sugar control.

What does the Blood Sugar Impact (BSI) score mean?

BSI is our proprietary score that predicts how much a food will raise your blood sugar. Lower scores (closer to 0) indicate minimal impact, while higher scores suggest the food may cause larger blood sugar spikes. This helps diabetics choose foods that support stable glucose levels.

How should I interpret the nutritional information in these comparisons?

Focus on foods with higher fiber and protein content, as these nutrients help slow glucose absorption. Compare carbohydrate and sugar content between similar foods to identify better options. The color-coding helps you quickly identify foods with higher or lower nutrient levels.

Can I create my own food comparisons?

Yes! Use our comparison tool to compare any two foods in our database. This is especially helpful when you want to compare foods from different categories or find alternatives to foods that spike your blood sugar.

How often should I use food comparisons in my meal planning?

Food comparisons are most helpful when you're trying to choose between similar foods or looking for alternatives to foods that affect your blood sugar. Use them when grocery shopping, meal planning, or when you want to understand why certain foods work better for your diabetes management.

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Gumbo Creole Rice Dinner Mix, Gumbo vs Vitarroz, Seasoned Rice With Black Beans

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Gumbo Creole... Food 1 Food 1 • TONY CHACHERE'S CREOLE FOODS OF OPELOUSAS, INC. Gumbo Creole Rice Dinner Mix, Gumbo	31.5	348	73.9	—	4.3	—	8.7
Vitarroz, Se... Food 2 Food 2 • VITARROZ INTERNATIONAL FOODS LLC Vitarroz, Seasoned Rice With Black Beans	77.7	308	63.1	—	1.5	0.8	13.9

Rice Blend, Beef Flavored With Vermicelli vs Chicken Rice Mix, Chicken

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Rice Blend, ... Food 1 Food 1 • BROOKSHIRE GROCERY COMPANY Rice Blend, Beef Flavored With Vermicelli	95.9	357	72.9	2.9	2.9	0.7	10.0
Chicken Rice... Food 2 Food 2 • PIGGLY WIGGLY COMPANY Chicken Rice Mix, Chicken	97.7	357	72.9	2.9	1.4	2.1	10.0

Roasted Chicken Flavored Rice With Herbs & Carrots, Roasted Chicken vs Sweet And Sour Rice, Sweet And Sour

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Roasted Chic... Food 1 Food 1 • SCHNUCK MARKETS, INC. Roasted Chicken Flavored Rice With Herbs & Carrots, Roasted Chicken	91.0	171	32.9	0.7	—	2.5	3.6
Sweet And So... Food 2 Food 2 • ANDRE PROST INC. Sweet And Sour Rice, Sweet And Sour	100.0	306	62.4	7.1	2.4	3.5	4.7

Four Cheesy Flavor Mac 'N Cheese, Four Cheesy vs Rice Mix, Broccoli & Cheese

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Four Cheesy ... Food 1 Food 1 • THE QUAKER OATS CO/GOLDEN GRAIN Four Cheesy Flavor Mac 'N Cheese, Four Cheesy	83.2	379	68.2	9.1	3.0	6.1	12.1
Rice Mix, Br... Food 2 Food 2 • WINN-DIXIE STORES, INC. Rice Mix, Broccoli & Cheese	97.7	357	72.9	7.1	1.4	2.1	10.0

Mexican Rice & Pasta Blend With Bell Pepper & Mexican Seasoning, Mexican vs Long Grain & Wild Fast Cook Flavored Grains

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Mexican Rice... Food 1 Food 1 • LIPTON Mexican Rice & Pasta Blend With Bell Pepper & Mexican Seasoning, Mexican	90.1	359	75.0	3.1	3.1	1.6	9.4
Long Grain &... Food 2 Food 2 • UNCLE BEN'S INC. Long Grain & Wild Fast Cook Flavored Grains	84.1	350	73.3	1.7	1.7	0.8	10.0

Mexican Rice, Chicken vs Yellow Rice Long Grain Rice With Vegetables & Spices, Yellow Rice

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Mexican Rice... Food 1 Food 1 • GOYA FOODS, INC. Mexican Rice, Chicken	67.1	356	77.8	2.2	2.2	—	6.7
Yellow Rice ... Food 2 Food 2 • ZATARAIN'S INC. Yellow Rice Long Grain Rice With Vegetables & Spices, Yellow Rice	82.4	351	75.4	1.8	1.8	0.9	8.8

Cilantro Lime Rice With Zesty Cilantro Lime Seasoning, Cilantro Lime vs Long Grain Rice Vermicelli With Onion, Garlic, Carrot And Beef Flavored Seasoning Rice Mix, Beef

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cilantro Lim... Food 1 Food 1 • THE QUAKER OATS CO/GOLDEN GRAIN Cilantro Lime Rice With Zesty Cilantro Lime Seasoning, Cilantro Lime	84.6	339	78.6	1.8	1.8	0.9	7.1
Long Grain R... Food 2 Food 2 • BI-LO INC. Long Grain Rice Vermicelli With Onion, Garlic, Carrot And Beef Flavored Seasoning Rice Mix, Beef	79.0	446	75.0	1.8	1.8	12.5	8.9

Basil & Bell Pepper Organic Whole Grain Quinoa & Rice Seasoning Mix, Basil & Bell Pepper vs Medley Wild Rice

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Basil & Bell... Food 1 Food 1 • WEHAH FARM INC Basil & Bell Pepper Organic Whole Grain Quinoa & Rice Seasoning Mix, Basil & Bell Pepper	78.1	368	75.4	1.8	5.3	3.5	8.8
Medley Wild ... Food 2 Food 2 • MILLE LACS WILD RICE CO DIV Medley Wild Rice	66.8	356	77.8	4.4	2.2	—	8.9

Food Club, Rice & Sauce, Spanish vs Cheddar Broccoli Rice, Pasta, Cheddar Cheese And Broccoli, Cheddar Broccoli

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Food Club, R... Food 1 Food 1 • TOPCO ASSOCIATES, INC. Food Club, Rice & Sauce, Spanish	95.7	358	76.1	4.5	3.0	1.5	10.5
Cheddar Broc... Food 2 Food 2 • THE QUAKER OATS CO/GOLDEN GRAIN Cheddar Broccoli Rice, Pasta, Cheddar Cheese And Broccoli, Cheddar Broccoli	69.7	375	66.1	5.4	1.8	7.1	10.7

Chicken & Broccoli Flavored Rice vs Organic Antioxidant Blend

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chicken & Br... Food 1 Food 1 • THE MORAN GROUP INCORPORATED Chicken & Broccoli Flavored Rice	87.8	371	75.8	3.2	3.2	1.6	11.3
Organic Anti... Food 2 Food 2 • OTIS MCALLISTER INC. Organic Antioxidant Blend	59.9	365	69.2	1.9	9.6	1.9	15.4

Herb & Lemon Flavor Greek Style Basmati Rice, Herb & Lemon vs Wild Brown Rice Seasoned Wild And Brown Rice With Red And Green Bell Peppers Big Easy Heat & Serve Rice, Wild Brown Rice

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Herb & Lemon... Food 1 Food 1 • LT FOODS AMERICAS, INC. Herb & Lemon Flavor Greek Style Basmati Rice, Herb & Lemon	100.0	327	75.0	1.9	—	1.9	7.7
Wild Brown R... Food 2 Food 2 • ZATARAIN'S INC. Wild Brown Rice Seasoned Wild And Brown Rice With Red And Green Bell Peppers Big Easy Heat & Serve Rice, Wild Brown Rice	83.1	164	31.4	0.7	1.4	2.9	3.6

Cheddar Cauliflower Rice, Cheddar vs Southwest Chicken With Quinoa And Brown Rice Skillet Meals, Southwest Chicken

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cheddar Caul... Food 1 Food 1 • ESSENTIAL AQUAPONICS LC Cheddar Cauliflower Rice, Cheddar	61.3	345	63.6	7.3	5.5	0.9	20.0
Southwest Ch... Food 2 Food 2 • UNCLE BEN'S INC. Southwest Chicken With Quinoa And Brown Rice Skillet Meals, Southwest Chicken	54.6	357	71.4	2.4	4.8	3.6	9.5

Cajun Brown Jambalaya Mix, Cajun Brown Jambalaya vs Rice & Lentil Pilaf With Orzo

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cajun Brown ... Food 1 Food 1 • BLEND MARK LLC Cajun Brown Jambalaya Mix, Cajun Brown Jambalaya	21.9	140	27.9	2.3	2.3	—	2.3
Rice & Lenti... Food 2 Food 2 • VIGO IMPORTING COMPANY Rice & Lentil Pilaf With Orzo	70.2	339	71.4	1.8	7.1	0.9	12.5

Organic Multigrain Pilaf vs Original Pilaf Quinoa Blend, Original Pilaf

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Organic Mult... Food 1 Food 1 • THE J.M. SMUCKER COMPANY Organic Multigrain Pilaf	91.7	371	74.3	11.4	7.1	3.6	10.0
Original Pil... Food 2 Food 2 • HANNAFORD BROS. CO. Original Pilaf Quinoa Blend, Original Pilaf	58.3	356	71.1	2.2	4.4	4.4	11.1

Garlic & Ginger Vegetable Fried Rice, Garlic & Ginger Vegetable vs Jambalaya Mix

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Garlic & Gin... Food 1 Food 1 • WORLD FINER FOODS, INC. Garlic & Ginger Vegetable Fried Rice, Garlic & Ginger Vegetable	72.9	179	27.9	1.4	1.4	5.0	4.3
Jambalaya Mix Food 2 Food 2 • GAME DAY FOODS LLC Jambalaya Mix	59.1	333	73.8	2.4	2.4	—	7.1

Chicken Herb Basmati Rice vs Jambalaya Reduced Sodium Long Grain Rice Mix With Vegetables & Spices, Jambalaya

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chicken Herb... Food 1 Food 1 • GLOBAL JUICES AND FRUITS, LLC Chicken Herb Basmati Rice	78.9	364	76.4	1.8	3.6	—	7.3
Jambalaya Re... Food 2 Food 2 • ZATARAIN'S INC. Jambalaya Reduced Sodium Long Grain Rice Mix With Vegetables & Spices, Jambalaya	62.7	372	76.7	—	2.3	1.2	9.3

Southern Bbq Long Grain White Rice With Sweet And Spicy Southern Style Bbq Seasonings Rice Mix Side Dish, Southern Bbq vs Butter & Chive Sprouted Risotto, Butter & Chive

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Southern Bbq... Food 1 Food 1 • ZATARAIN'S INC. Southern Bbq Long Grain White Rice With Sweet And Spicy Southern Style Bbq Seasonings Rice Mix Side Dish, Southern Bbq	100.0	368	77.9	10.3	2.9	1.5	8.8
Butter & Chi... Food 2 Food 2 • WEHAH FARM INC Butter & Chive Sprouted Risotto, Butter & Chive	68.6	340	71.7	5.7	5.7	2.8	7.6

White Cheddar Queso Rice & Pasta Blend In A Creamy White Cheddar Flavored Sauce With A Touch Of Jalapeno, White Cheddar Queso vs Southwest Grain Salad

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
White Chedda... Food 1 Food 1 • LIPTON White Cheddar Queso Rice & Pasta Blend In A Creamy White Cheddar Flavored Sauce With A Touch Of Jalapeno, White Cheddar Queso	95.6	377	73.9	4.4	2.9	2.9	10.1
Southwest Gr... Food 2 Food 2 • ALDI INC. Southwest Grain Salad	45.1	308	64.1	5.1	5.1	2.6	7.7

Protein Blend Brown Jasmine, Lentils, Red Quinoa vs Broccoli With Cheese Rice Mix With Seasonings, Broccoli With Cheese

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Protein Blen... Food 1 Food 1 • OTIS MCALLISTER INC. Protein Blend Brown Jasmine, Lentils, Red Quinoa	59.9	365	69.2	1.9	9.6	1.9	15.4
Broccoli Wit... Food 2 Food 2 • RIVIANA FOODS INC. Broccoli With Cheese Rice Mix With Seasonings, Broccoli With Cheese	74.0	351	68.4	3.5	1.8	5.3	8.8

Long Grain & Wild Rice Mix, Long Grain & Wild vs Wild Mushroom & Herb Flavor Rice Pilaf Mix, Wild Mushroom & Herb

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Long Grain &... Food 1 Food 1 • ASSOCIATED WHOLESALE GROCERS, INC. Long Grain & Wild Rice Mix, Long Grain & Wild	82.3	357	76.8	1.8	1.8	1.8	8.9
Wild Mushroo... Food 2 Food 2 • THE QUAKER OATS CO/GOLDEN GRAIN Wild Mushroom & Herb Flavor Rice Pilaf Mix, Wild Mushroom & Herb	82.4	357	76.8	1.8	1.8	0.9	8.9

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