What are Vegetable And Lentil Mixes food comparisons?

Vegetable And Lentil Mixes 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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Prunotto, Partridge Eye Lentils vs Instant Mashed Potatoes, Butter & Herb

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Prunotto, Pa... Food 1 Food 1 Prunotto, Partridge Eye Lentils	100.0	353	59.9	2.1	30.7	1.0	26.0
Instant Mash... Food 2 Food 2 • ROUNDY'S Instant Mashed Potatoes, Butter & Herb	33.3	348	78.3	4.4	4.3	2.2	8.7

Autumn Lentil Blend vs Pinto Beans

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Autumn Lenti... Food 1 Food 1 • WOODLAND FOODS Autumn Lentil Blend	34.2	343	62.9	2.9	11.4	—	25.7
Pinto Beans Food 2 Food 2 • WESTERN MIXERS PRODUCE AND NUTS INC. Pinto Beans	15.2	214	78.6	3.6	50.0	—	25.0

Four Cheese Mashed Potatoes With Cheddar, Parmesan, Romano & Blue Cheeses, Four Cheese vs Boil In Bag Organic Whole Grain Quinoa

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Four Cheese ... Food 1 Food 1 • SCHNUCK MARKETS, INC. Four Cheese Mashed Potatoes With Cheddar, Parmesan, Romano & Blue Cheeses, Four Cheese	35.1	393	67.9	3.6	3.6	7.1	7.1
Boil In Bag ... Food 2 Food 2 • VIGO IMPORTING COMPANY Boil In Bag Organic Whole Grain Quinoa	48.2	372	65.1	4.7	7.0	5.8	14.0

Hannaford, Small Red Beans vs Giant Eagle, Pink Beans

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Hannaford, S... Food 1 Food 1 • HANNAFORD BROS. CO. Hannaford, Small Red Beans	26.9	217	56.5	2.2	26.1	2.2	17.4
Giant Eagle,... Food 2 Food 2 • GIANT EAGLE, INC. Giant Eagle, Pink Beans	44.1	333	64.4	2.2	13.3	1.1	20.0

Supreme Baked Sour Cream, Cheddar Cheese, Butter & Chives Mashed Potatoes, Supreme Baked vs High Fiber Great Northern Beans

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Supreme Bake... Food 1 Food 1 • BASIC AMERICAN FOODS, INC. Supreme Baked Sour Cream, Cheddar Cheese, Butter & Chives Mashed Potatoes, Supreme Baked	34.9	370	70.4	3.7	3.7	5.6	11.1
High Fiber G... Food 2 Food 2 • TOPS MARKETS, LLC High Fiber Great Northern Beans	17.2	229	60.0	2.9	34.3	1.4	20.0

Kings, Yellow Split Peas vs Peruvian Beans, Peruvian

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Kings, Yello... Food 1 Food 1 • KINGS SUPER MARKETS INC Kings, Yellow Split Peas	22.8	343	60.0	8.6	25.7	—	25.7
Peruvian Bea... Food 2 Food 2 • THE KROGER CO. Peruvian Beans, Peruvian	26.8	257	65.7	2.9	25.7	1.4	20.0

Loaded Baked Homestyle Casserole Potato Slices, Homestyle Casserole vs Takaokaya, Sushihane, Roasted Seaweed

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Loaded Baked... Food 1 Food 1 • IDAHOAN FOODS, LLC Loaded Baked Homestyle Casserole Potato Slices, Homestyle Casserole	43.3	393	85.7	3.6	7.1	1.8	7.1
Takaokaya, S... Food 2 Food 2 • TAKAOKAYA U.S.A., INC. Takaokaya, Sushihane, Roasted Seaweed	0.0	476	47.6	—	47.6	—	47.6

Pink Beans vs Truroots, Organic Accents Sprouted Lentil Trio

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Pink Beans Food 1 Food 1 • STATER BROS. MARKETS INC. Pink Beans	21.1	257	62.9	2.9	31.4	1.4	20.0
Truroots, Or... Food 2 Food 2 • THE J.M. SMUCKER COMPANY Truroots, Organic Accents Sprouted Lentil Trio	26.5	361	61.1	5.6	22.2	2.8	25.0

Au Gratin 100% Real Idaho And Cheddar Cheese Sauce Sliced Potatoes, Cheddar Cheese vs Yellow Spit Peas

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Au Gratin 10... Food 1 Food 1 • ALDI INC. Au Gratin 100% Real Idaho And Cheddar Cheese Sauce Sliced Potatoes, Cheddar Cheese	39.3	370	77.8	7.4	3.7	1.9	7.4
Yellow Spit ... Food 2 Food 2 • BOB'S RED MILL NATURAL FOODS, INC. Yellow Spit Peas	41.9	333	62.2	8.9	13.3	—	24.4

Whole Lentils vs 365 Everyday Value, Organic, Black Beans

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Whole Lentils Food 1 Food 1 • JERUSALEM FALAFIL FACTORY Whole Lentils	19.0	219	59.4	25.0	28.1	—	25.0
365 Everyday... Food 2 Food 2 • WHOLE FOODS MARKET, INC. 365 Everyday Value, Organic, Black Beans	38.2	340	64.0	2.0	24.0	—	22.0

Whole Green Peas vs Bob's Red Mill, Small White Beans

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Whole Green ... Food 1 Food 1 • UNIFIED GROCERS, INC. Whole Green Peas	26.6	286	60.0	2.9	20.0	2.9	22.9
Bob's Red Mi... Food 2 Food 2 • BOB'S RED MILL NATURAL FOODS, INC. Bob's Red Mill, Small White Beans	40.2	312	58.3	2.1	14.6	1.0	20.8

Springfield, Potatoes In Creamy Sauce, Scalloped, Scalloped vs Butter & Herb Mashed Potatoes, Butter & Herb

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Springfield,... Food 1 Food 1 • UNIFIED GROCERS, INC. Springfield, Potatoes In Creamy Sauce, Scalloped, Scalloped	37.5	357	75.0	7.1	7.1	—	7.1
Butter & Her... Food 2 Food 2 • ALDI INC. Butter & Herb Mashed Potatoes, Butter & Herb	33.4	348	78.3	—	4.3	—	8.7

Organic Gluten Free Amaranth vs Sweet Peas, Sweet

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Organic Glut... Food 1 Food 1 • THE HAIN CELESTIAL GROUP, INC. Organic Gluten Free Amaranth	46.1	383	66.0	2.1	14.9	6.4	14.9
Sweet Peas, ... Food 2 Food 2 • THE KROGER CO. Sweet Peas, Sweet	20.0	40	7.1	3.0	2.0	—	2.0

Inca's Food Lentils, 15 Oz vs Homestyle Casserole, Applewood Smoked Bacon

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Inca's Food ... Food 1 Food 1 • PERUVIAN IMPORT COMPANY Inca's Food Lentils, 15 Oz	100.0	338	61.0	—	4.0	1.0	5.0
Homestyle Ca... Food 2 Food 2 • IDAHOAN FOODS, LLC Homestyle Casserole, Applewood Smoked Bacon	39.3	345	72.4	6.9	3.4	3.5	6.9

Scalloped Potatoes vs Original Couscous

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Scalloped Po... Food 1 Food 1 • IGA, INC. Scalloped Potatoes	37.5	357	75.0	3.6	7.1	—	7.1
Original Cou... Food 2 Food 2 • RIVIANA FOODS INC. Original Couscous	62.1	356	73.3	2.2	2.2	2.2	13.3

Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Roasted Garlic vs Zirsun Idaho Heirloom Beans

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Roasted Garl... Food 1 Food 1 • BASIC AMERICAN FOODS, INC. Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Roasted Garlic	35.1	370	70.4	3.7	3.7	7.4	7.4
Zirsun Idaho... Food 2 Food 2 • ZURSUN LTD. Zirsun Idaho Heirloom Beans	22.9	343	60.0	2.9	25.7	—	22.9

Bob's Red Mill, Premium Quality Navy Beans vs Organic Mung Bean

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Bob's Red Mi... Food 1 Food 1 • BOB'S RED MILL NATURAL FOODS, INC. Bob's Red Mill, Premium Quality Navy Beans	40.2	312	58.3	2.1	14.6	1.0	20.8
Organic Mung... Food 2 Food 2 • SLT FOODS INC. Organic Mung Bean	100.0	349	61.0	—	4.0	1.0	24.0

Whole Granulation 100% Pure Roasted Buckwheat Kasha vs Nori Krinkles Toasted Sea Vegetable, Nori Krinkles

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Whole Granul... Food 1 Food 1 • BIRKETT MILLS Whole Granulation 100% Pure Roasted Buckwheat Kasha	60.0	378	77.8	—	8.9	3.3	13.3
Nori Krinkle... Food 2 Food 2 • EDEN FOODS, INC. Nori Krinkles Toasted Sea Vegetable, Nori Krinkles	0.0	400	40.0	—	40.0	—	40.0

Pinto Beans vs Baby Lima Beans

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Pinto Beans Food 1 Food 1 • NASH FINCH COMPANY Pinto Beans	45.9	353	62.8	2.0	15.7	1.0	21.6
Baby Lima Beans Food 2 Food 2 • FOOD TOWN STORES INC. Baby Lima Beans	32.7	229	62.5	2.1	27.1	1.0	18.8

Kroger, Great Northern Beans vs Navy Beans

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Kroger, Grea... Food 1 Food 1 • THE KROGER CO. Kroger, Great Northern Beans	28.6	257	62.9	2.9	20.0	—	22.9
Navy Beans Food 2 Food 2 • GIANT EAGLE, INC. Navy Beans	30.6	333	60.0	4.4	24.4	1.1	22.2

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