What are Pasta/Noodles food comparisons?

Pasta/Noodles 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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Libbys Beef Ravioli, 15 Oz vs Chef Boyardee Chicken Bacon Cheddar Pasta, 7.25 Oz

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Libbys Beef ... Food 1 Food 1 • CONAGRA BRANDS INC Libbys Beef Ravioli, 15 Oz	55.5	89	12.6	2.0	1.2	2.9	2.9
Chef Boyarde... Food 2 Food 2 • CONAGRA BRANDS INC Chef Boyardee Chicken Bacon Cheddar Pasta, 7.25 Oz	47.1	112	12.7	2.0	1.0	4.9	4.4

Chef Boyardee Pasta Shapes In Tomato Sauce With Meatballs, 15 Oz vs Columbia Egg Flakes

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chef Boyarde... Food 1 Food 1 • CONAGRA BRANDS INC Chef Boyardee Pasta Shapes In Tomato Sauce With Meatballs, 15 Oz	57.3	105	13.0	3.6	1.2	4.5	3.6
Columbia Egg... Food 2 Food 2 • A ZEREGA'S SONS INC Columbia Egg Flakes	71.4	375	69.6	3.6	3.6	4.5	14.3

Chef Boyardee Chicken Bacon Cheddar Pasta, 7.25 Oz vs Mini Ravioli #10 Can

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chef Boyarde... Food 1 Food 1 • CONAGRA BRANDS INC Chef Boyardee Chicken Bacon Cheddar Pasta, 7.25 Oz	47.1	112	12.7	2.0	1.0	4.9	4.4
Mini Ravioli... Food 2 Food 2 • CONAGRA BRANDS, INC Mini Ravioli #10 Can	59.3	90	12.9	2.0	1.2	3.1	2.8

Chef Boyardee Sports Forkables, 14.75 Oz vs Chef Boyardee Chicken Penne Pasta, 15 Oz

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chef Boyarde... Food 1 Food 1 • CONAGRA BRANDS INC Chef Boyardee Sports Forkables, 14.75 Oz	67.3	96	15.1	2.4	1.6	2.4	3.2
Chef Boyarde... Food 2 Food 2 • CONAGRA BRANDS INC Chef Boyardee Chicken Penne Pasta, 15 Oz	47.6	67	11.5	2.8	2.0	0.8	3.2

Wg Double Stuffed Pasta Rolls vs Chef Boyardee Spicy Beef Ravioli, 15 Oz

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Wg Double St... Food 1 Food 1 • TASTY BRANDS LLC Wg Double Stuffed Pasta Rolls	52.5	180	23.8	4.1	1.6	2.9	12.3
Chef Boyarde... Food 2 Food 2 • CONAGRA BRANDS INC Chef Boyardee Spicy Beef Ravioli, 15 Oz	55.4	84	13.4	2.5	1.7	2.1	2.9

Wg Stuffed Rigatoni vs Columbia Ruffled Lasagne

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Wg Stuffed R... Food 1 Food 1 • TASTY BRANDS LLC Wg Stuffed Rigatoni	60.3	187	27.6	4.1	2.4	2.4	13.0
Columbia Ruf... Food 2 Food 2 • A ZEREGA'S SONS INC Columbia Ruffled Lasagne	68.3	321	64.3	3.6	1.8	1.8	10.7

Maggi 2 Minute Noodles Masala 24 X280 G Sachet vs Columbia Fine Egg Noodles

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Maggi 2 Minu... Food 1 Food 1 • SOCIÉTÉ DES PRODUITS NESTLÉ S.A. Maggi 2 Minute Noodles Masala 24 X280 G Sachet	78.3	443	61.4	5.7	2.9	18.6	8.6
Columbia Fin... Food 2 Food 2 • A ZEREGA'S SONS INC Columbia Fine Egg Noodles	71.4	375	69.6	3.6	3.6	4.5	14.3

Chef Boyardee Sealife Forkables, 7.5 Oz vs Chef Boyardee Tomato Chicken Pasta, 14 Oz

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chef Boyarde... Food 1 Food 1 • CONAGRA BRANDS INC Chef Boyardee Sealife Forkables, 7.5 Oz	55.3	98	15.1	3.4	1.5	2.4	3.4
Chef Boyarde... Food 2 Food 2 • CONAGRA BRANDS INC Chef Boyardee Tomato Chicken Pasta, 14 Oz	45.8	61	10.6	3.3	1.2	0.6	2.9

Chef Boyardee Chili Macaroni, 15 Oz vs Maggi 2 Minute Noodles Masala 24 X280 G Sachet

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chef Boyarde... Food 1 Food 1 • CONAGRA BRANDS INC Chef Boyardee Chili Macaroni, 15 Oz	45.3	108	10.4	1.6	1.2	5.6	3.6
Maggi 2 Minu... Food 2 Food 2 • SOCIÉTÉ DES PRODUITS NESTLÉ S.A. Maggi 2 Minute Noodles Masala 24 X280 G Sachet	78.3	443	61.4	5.7	2.9	18.6	8.6

Bertolli Meatball Marinara, 48 Oz vs Chef Boyardee Mini Abc's And 123's, 15 Oz, 15 Oz

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Bertolli Mea... Food 1 Food 1 • CONAGRA BRANDS INC Bertolli Meatball Marinara, 48 Oz	19.8	94	8.8	3.5	2.9	3.5	6.5
Chef Boyarde... Food 2 Food 2 • CONAGRA BRANDS INC Chef Boyardee Mini Abc's And 123's, 15 Oz, 15 Oz	71.7	71	15.0	5.1	0.8	0.2	2.0

Wg Square Ravioli vs La Choy Chow Mein Noodles, 12 Oz.

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Wg Square Ra... Food 1 Food 1 • TASTY BRANDS LLC Wg Square Ravioli	60.3	187	27.6	3.3	2.4	2.4	13.0
La Choy Chow... Food 2 Food 2 • CONAGRA BRANDS, INC La Choy Chow Mein Noodles, 12 Oz.	34.3	464	67.9	—	3.6	17.9	10.7

Sfs Twin Marquis Ww Yakisoba Noodles Net Wt 30 Lbs vs Wg Square Ravioli

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Sfs Twin Mar... Food 1 Food 1 • TWIN MARQUIS INC. Sfs Twin Marquis Ww Yakisoba Noodles Net Wt 30 Lbs	81.9	272	50.0	—	4.3	2.7	10.9
Wg Square Ra... Food 2 Food 2 • TASTY BRANDS LLC Wg Square Ravioli	60.3	187	27.6	3.3	2.4	2.4	13.0

Chef Boyardee Microwaveable Mini Ravioli And Meatballs, 7.5 Oz vs Chef Boyardee Microwaveable Cheese Ravioli, 7.5 Oz

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chef Boyarde... Food 1 Food 1 • CONAGRA BRANDS INC Chef Boyardee Microwaveable Mini Ravioli And Meatballs, 7.5 Oz	57.2	118	15.1	2.8	1.4	4.7	3.8
Chef Boyarde... Food 2 Food 2 • CONAGRA BRANDS INC Chef Boyardee Microwaveable Cheese Ravioli, 7.5 Oz	59.6	94	15.1	2.4	0.9	2.4	3.3

Vegetarian Chili W/Spanish Rice vs Banquet Mega Bowls, Chicken Bacon Alfredo Bowl, Frozen Meal, 13 Oz.

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Vegetarian C... Food 1 Food 1 • ES FOODS, INC. Vegetarian Chili W/Spanish Rice	77.5	93	17.8	1.5	3.3	0.7	4.1
Banquet Mega... Food 2 Food 2 • CONAGRA BRANDS, INC Banquet Mega Bowls, Chicken Bacon Alfredo Bowl, Frozen Meal, 13 Oz.	100.0	133	16.3	1.1	0.5	4.9	6.8

Chef Boyardee Beefaroni, 40 Oz. vs Banquet Mega Bowls, Chicken Bacon Alfredo Bowl, Frozen Meal, 13 Oz.

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chef Boyarde... Food 1 Food 1 • CONAGRA BRANDS, INC Chef Boyardee Beefaroni, 40 Oz.	51.5	80	10.8	2.0	0.4	2.8	2.4
Banquet Mega... Food 2 Food 2 • CONAGRA BRANDS, INC Banquet Mega Bowls, Chicken Bacon Alfredo Bowl, Frozen Meal, 13 Oz.	100.0	133	16.3	1.1	0.5	4.9	6.8

Stouffer's Sides Scalloped Potatoes 24 Oz Box vs Chef Boyardee Mac And Cheese, 15 Oz.

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Stouffer's S... Food 1 Food 1 • SOCIÉTÉ DES PRODUITS NESTLÉ S.A. Stouffer's Sides Scalloped Potatoes 24 Oz Box	35.2	144	12.6	1.2	1.8	9.0	3.6
Chef Boyarde... Food 2 Food 2 • CONAGRA BRANDS, INC Chef Boyardee Mac And Cheese, 15 Oz.	53.7	82	12.1	0.9	0.4	2.6	2.6

Stouffer's Penne Alfredo, Case Of 4 X64 Oz Pouches vs Chef Boyardee Microwave Pasta In Tomato Sauce With Meatballs Super Hero, 7.5 Oz

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Stouffer's P... Food 1 Food 1 • SOCIÉTÉ DES PRODUITS NESTLÉ S.A. Stouffer's Penne Alfredo, Case Of 4 X64 Oz Pouches	52.2	206	13.7	2.9	0.5	14.7	5.4
Chef Boyarde... Food 2 Food 2 • CONAGRA BRANDS INC Chef Boyardee Microwave Pasta In Tomato Sauce With Meatballs Super Hero, 7.5 Oz	51.5	104	13.2	4.3	0.9	4.3	3.3

Chef Boyardee Chicken Alfredo, Family Size Skillet Meal, Frozen Meal, 40 Oz. vs Chef Boyardee Microwaveable Mini Beef, 14.25 Oz

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chef Boyarde... Food 1 Food 1 • CONAGRA BRANDS, INC Chef Boyardee Chicken Alfredo, Family Size Skillet Meal, Frozen Meal, 40 Oz.	72.1	140	14.8	1.9	0.8	6.1	6.4
Chef Boyarde... Food 2 Food 2 • CONAGRA BRANDS INC Chef Boyardee Microwaveable Mini Beef, 14.25 Oz	59.6	94	13.9	2.1	1.6	2.9	2.9

Beef Ravioli #10 Can vs Chef Boyardee Easy Open Beef Ravioli, 7 Oz

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Beef Ravioli... Food 1 Food 1 • CONAGRA BRANDS, INC Beef Ravioli #10 Can	63.1	105	13.6	2.0	1.2	3.9	2.7
Chef Boyarde... Food 2 Food 2 • CONAGRA BRANDS INC Chef Boyardee Easy Open Beef Ravioli, 7 Oz	41.6	81	11.6	2.0	1.0	2.5	3.0

Cheese Ravioli #10 Can, 108 Oz vs La Choy Chow Mein Noodles, 5 Oz.

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cheese Ravio... Food 1 Food 1 • CONAGRA BRANDS INC Cheese Ravioli #10 Can, 108 Oz	61.4	78	13.7	2.4	1.6	1.4	2.8
La Choy Chow... Food 2 Food 2 • CONAGRA BRANDS, INC La Choy Chow Mein Noodles, 5 Oz.	34.3	464	67.9	—	3.6	17.9	10.7

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