What are Frozen Prepared Sides food comparisons?

Frozen Prepared Sides 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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Cheddar Potatoes With Broccoli Potatoes With Broccoli & Cheddar Cheese Sauce, Cheddar With Broccoli vs Mexican Style Campfire Pinto Beans With Chorizo Sausage, Peppers, Onions And Mexican Spices, Mexican Style Campfire Beans

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cheddar Pota... Food 1 Food 1 • NESTLE USA-FROZEN FOOD DIVISION Cheddar Potatoes With Broccoli Potatoes With Broccoli & Cheddar Cheese Sauce, Cheddar With Broccoli	67.3	76	13.1	1.7	1.4	1.2	3.1
Mexican Styl... Food 2 Food 2 • RUIZ FOOD PRODUCTS INC Mexican Style Campfire Pinto Beans With Chorizo Sausage, Peppers, Onions And Mexican Spices, Mexican Style Campfire Beans	23.7	77	12.3	1.5	3.1	1.5	3.9

Cheddar Bacon Potatoes Russet Potatoes In A 100% Real Cheddar Cheese Sauce Accented With Bacon & Topped With Toasted Bread Crumbs, Cheddar Bacon Potatoes vs Ginger Sesame Sweet Potato Veggie Cups, Ginger Sesame Sweet Potato

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cheddar Baco... Food 1 Food 1 • NESTLE USA-FROZEN FOOD DIVISION Cheddar Bacon Potatoes Russet Potatoes In A 100% Real Cheddar Cheese Sauce Accented With Bacon & Topped With Toasted Bread Crumbs, Cheddar Bacon Potatoes	31.2	165	14.1	0.8	0.8	9.9	5.8
Ginger Sesam... Food 2 Food 2 • PINNACLE FOODS GROUP LLC Ginger Sesame Sweet Potato Veggie Cups, Ginger Sesame Sweet Potato	35.6	113	15.5	4.9	2.8	4.9	2.8

Tostones Fried Green Plantains vs Vegetable Pilaf Brown Rice, Golden Quinoa & Red Quinoa With Green Peas & Carrots Quinoa, Vegetable Pilaf

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Tostones Fri... Food 1 Food 1 • MATOSANTOS COMMERCIAL CORP. Tostones Fried Green Plantains	61.6	212	42.4	3.5	5.9	2.4	1.2
Vegetable Pi... Food 2 Food 2 • THE KROGER CO. Vegetable Pilaf Brown Rice, Golden Quinoa & Red Quinoa With Green Peas & Carrots Quinoa, Vegetable Pilaf	63.1	148	24.7	2.1	2.1	4.2	4.2

Potato And Bacon Mashed Potatoes Topped With Cheddar Cheese, Bacon & Green Onions Loaded Potato Bake, Potato And Bacon vs Fried Potatoes With Onions, Onions

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Potato And B... Food 1 Food 1 • WAL-MART STORES, INC. Potato And Bacon Mashed Potatoes Topped With Cheddar Cheese, Bacon & Green Onions Loaded Potato Bake, Potato And Bacon	41.5	121	16.4	1.4	1.4	4.3	4.3
Fried Potato... Food 2 Food 2 • SEVEO, LLC Fried Potatoes With Onions, Onions	27.8	88	13.6	0.8	2.4	2.4	1.6

Huayro Potato vs Organic Brown Rice

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Huayro Potato Food 1 Food 1 • PERUVIAN IMPORT COMPANY Huayro Potato	55.8	103	23.2	—	0.8	—	2.0
Organic Brow... Food 2 Food 2 • SAGE V FOODS LLC Organic Brown Rice	79.3	141	30.3	—	2.1	1.1	3.5

Organic Riced Cauliflower Blend With Roasted Sweet Potatoes And Kale, Roasted Sweet Potatoes And Kale vs ""World's Best"" Mac & Cheese

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Organic Rice... Food 1 Food 1 • SMALL PLANET FOODS, INC. Organic Riced Cauliflower Blend With Roasted Sweet Potatoes And Kale, Roasted Sweet Potatoes And Kale	9.9	41	8.2	3.5	2.4	—	1.2
""World's Be... Food 2 Food 2 • SUGAR MOUNTAIN CAPITAL, LLC ""World's Best"" Mac & Cheese	86.7	222	20.9	2.2	0.9	10.2	10.2

Belgian Style Blueberry Waffles, Blueberry vs Chicken Breast Meat, Bacon Added, Crisp Vegetables & Cooked Eggs In A Delicious Gourmet Sauce Fried Rice, Chicken

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Belgian Styl... Food 1 Food 1 • THE KELLOGG COMPANY Belgian Style Blueberry Waffles, Blueberry	46.9	291	45.5	14.6	1.8	10.9	3.6
Chicken Brea... Food 2 Food 2 • WAL-MART STORES, INC. Chicken Breast Meat, Bacon Added, Crisp Vegetables & Cooked Eggs In A Delicious Gourmet Sauce Fried Rice, Chicken	100.0	169	27.1	1.2	0.8	3.1	6.3

Tator Tot Rounds vs Cheese Burekas, Cheese

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Tator Tot Ro... Food 1 Food 1 • GLOBAL PERFORMANCE Tator Tot Rounds	35.2	202	23.8	1.2	2.4	10.7	2.4
Cheese Burek... Food 2 Food 2 • ANALOGIX SEMICONDUCTOR, INC. Cheese Burekas, Cheese	23.2	289	31.6	2.6	—	15.8	5.3

Zucchini Spirals With Basil Pesto vs 100% Ancient Grain Steam In Bag Quinoa, 100% Ancient Grain

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Zucchini Spi... Food 1 Food 1 • AUTHENTIC JOY Zucchini Spirals With Basil Pesto	3.8	114	2.9	1.0	1.0	11.4	1.9
100% Ancient... Food 2 Food 2 • TARGET STORES 100% Ancient Grain Steam In Bag Quinoa, 100% Ancient Grain	57.5	121	22.9	—	2.1	1.8	4.3

Quinoa Salad With Mediterranean Vegetables A Mediterranean Inspired Blend Of Peppers, Eggplant, Chickpeas, Sun Dried Tomato, Black Olives, And Almonds With Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Quinoa With Mediterranean Vegetables vs Savory Cheese Potatoes Gratin Thinly Sliced Potatoes With Cream And Savory Emmenthaler Cheese, Savory Cheese

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Quinoa Salad... Food 1 Food 1 • FINLAY EXTRACTS & INGREDIENTS USA, INC. Quinoa Salad With Mediterranean Vegetables A Mediterranean Inspired Blend Of Peppers, Eggplant, Chickpeas, Sun Dried Tomato, Black Olives, And Almonds With Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Quinoa With Mediterranean Vegetables	47.1	179	27.4	1.9	4.7	5.7	5.7
Savory Chees... Food 2 Food 2 • WEGMANS FOOD MARKETS, INC. Savory Cheese Potatoes Gratin Thinly Sliced Potatoes With Cream And Savory Emmenthaler Cheese, Savory Cheese	25.3	180	14.0	—	1.0	12.0	4.0

Cheezy Cauliflower & Broccoli vs Nacho Cheese Loaded Potato Bites Shredded Potatoes Stuffed With Cheese, Nacho & Pepper Seasoning, With A Cheese Dip Packet, Nacho Cheese

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cheezy Cauli... Food 1 Food 1 Cheezy Cauliflower & Broccoli	49.1	95	11.3	1.1	2.5	3.5	4.2
Nacho Cheese... Food 2 Food 2 • KRAFT HEINZ FOODS COMPANY Nacho Cheese Loaded Potato Bites Shredded Potatoes Stuffed With Cheese, Nacho & Pepper Seasoning, With A Cheese Dip Packet, Nacho Cheese	33.0	217	20.7	1.1	2.2	13.0	4.4

Potato & Onion Pierogies, Potato; Onion vs Potatoes Gratin, Mushroom And Cream

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Potato & Oni... Food 1 Food 1 • OLD FASHIONED KITCHEN, INC. Potato & Onion Pierogies, Potato; Onion	72.7	197	34.2	0.9	2.6	4.3	5.1
Potatoes Gra... Food 2 Food 2 • WEGMANS FOOD MARKETS, INC. Potatoes Gratin, Mushroom And Cream	19.6	150	12.0	1.0	2.0	10.0	3.0

Broccoli & Cheese Mashed Cauliflower, Broccoli & Cheese vs Du Jour, Country Style Yolk Free Noodles

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Broccoli & C... Food 1 Food 1 • B&G FOODS NORTH AMERICA, INC. Broccoli & Cheese Mashed Cauliflower, Broccoli & Cheese	11.8	75	6.7	1.7	1.7	4.2	2.5
Du Jour, Cou... Food 2 Food 2 • HY-VEE, INC. Du Jour, Country Style Yolk Free Noodles	60.9	250	53.3	1.7	1.7	0.8	8.3

Cauliflower Tots vs Premium Organic Country Style Potatoes

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cauliflower ... Food 1 Food 1 • PINNACLE FOODS GROUP LLC Cauliflower Tots	17.8	95	13.1	3.6	2.4	4.2	2.4
Premium Orga... Food 2 Food 2 • SMALL PLANET FOODS, INC. Premium Organic Country Style Potatoes	31.9	57	13.9	0.8	0.8	—	1.6

Macaroni And Cheese, Classics vs Cauliflower Seasoned With Salt, Pepper, Roasted Garlic & Onion Microwave Roasters, Cauliflower

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Macaroni And... Food 1 Food 1 • GLENCOURT INC. Macaroni And Cheese, Classics	86.6	118	18.0	1.6	0.8	2.0	6.3
Cauliflower ... Food 2 Food 2 • PINNACLE FOODS GROUP LLC Cauliflower Seasoned With Salt, Pepper, Roasted Garlic & Onion Microwave Roasters, Cauliflower	7.8	59	4.7	1.8	2.4	3.5	1.8

Rotini Marinara Veggie Pasta, Rotini Marinara vs Organic Green Zucchini & Yellow Squash

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Rotini Marin... Food 1 Food 1 • PINNACLE FOODS GROUP LLC Rotini Marinara Veggie Pasta, Rotini Marinara	37.2	140	19.6	2.8	1.9	3.7	7.5
Organic Gre... Food 2 Food 2 • AMBROSETTI'S SISTER Organic Green Zucchini & Yellow Squash	4.0	18	3.5	1.2	1.2	—	1.2

Beer Battered Crab Poppers vs Macaroni & Cheese

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Beer Battere... Food 1 Food 1 Beer Battered Crab Poppers	37.9	333	26.9	3.9	1.3	21.8	9.0
Macaroni & C... Food 2 Food 2 • NESTLE USA-FROZEN FOOD DIVISION Macaroni & Cheese	58.6	170	13.8	1.8	0.4	10.3	5.4

Golden Crispy Crowns Seasoned Shredded Frozen Potatoes vs Loaded Mashed With Bacon, Butter, Sour Cream And Green Onions Potatoes, Loaded Mashed

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Golden Crisp... Food 1 Food 1 • KRAFT HEINZ FOODS COMPANY Golden Crispy Crowns Seasoned Shredded Frozen Potatoes	23.6	167	15.5	1.2	1.2	10.7	1.2
Loaded Mashe... Food 2 Food 2 • WAL-MART STORES, INC. Loaded Mashed With Bacon, Butter, Sour Cream And Green Onions Potatoes, Loaded Mashed	27.8	98	12.2	0.8	0.8	4.9	1.6

Spicy Gochujang Cauliflower With Brussels Sprouts, Chickpeas And Quinoa, Riced Cauliflower, Cashews And Pickled Onions, Spicy Gochujang vs Steam Quick, Whole Grain Brown Rice, Whole Grain

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Spicy Gochuj... Food 1 Food 1 • NESTLE USA-FROZEN FOOD DIVISION Spicy Gochujang Cauliflower With Brussels Sprouts, Chickpeas And Quinoa, Riced Cauliflower, Cashews And Pickled Onions, Spicy Gochujang	71.0	106	15.8	4.2	4.2	2.9	3.9
Steam Quick,... Food 2 Food 2 • HY-VEE, INC. Steam Quick, Whole Grain Brown Rice, Whole Grain	61.4	110	23.3	—	2.1	1.0	2.7

Homestyle Mashed Cauliflower, Homestyle vs Steam In Bag Steak House Style Creamed Spinach Premium Vegetables

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Homestyle Ma... Food 1 Food 1 • GIANT EAGLE, INC. Homestyle Mashed Cauliflower, Homestyle	6.0	89	4.4	2.2	2.2	7.4	2.2
Steam In Bag... Food 2 Food 2 Steam In Bag Steak House Style Creamed Spinach Premium Vegetables	7.8	136	5.6	1.6	2.4	11.2	3.2

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