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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Triple Cleaned Peruano Beans vs Whole Grain White Quinoa

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Triple Clean... Food 1 Food 1 • SORANCO BEAN PRODUCTS INC. Triple Cleaned Peruano Beans	32.6	343	62.9	2.9	14.3	—	20.0
Whole Grain ... Food 2 Food 2 • GALIL IMPORTING CORPORATION Whole Grain White Quinoa	58.2	378	71.1	2.2	4.4	5.6	11.1

100% Russet Instant Mashed Potatoes vs Seasoned Sprouted Lentils, Sea Salt & Vinegar

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
100% Russet ... Food 1 Food 1 • SUPERVALU, INC. 100% Russet Instant Mashed Potatoes	27.7	368	79.0	5.3	5.3	—	5.3
Seasoned Spr... Food 2 Food 2 • SIMPLY SUGARFREE SENSATIONS, L.L.C. Seasoned Sprouted Lentils, Sea Salt & Vinegar	26.6	357	64.3	3.6	14.3	5.4	21.4

Pinto Beans, Pinto vs Medium #2 Bulgur Wheat

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Pinto Beans,... Food 1 Food 1 • PAR MARR ASSOCIATES LLC Pinto Beans, Pinto	32.6	325	57.5	2.5	15.0	1.3	20.0
Medium #2 Bu... Food 2 Food 2 • INTERNATIONAL FOODSOURCE Medium #2 Bulgur Wheat	52.6	356	73.3	—	13.3	—	13.3

La Cena, Black Beans vs Baby Lima Beans

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
La Cena, Bla... Food 1 Food 1 • LA CENA FINE FOODS, LTD. La Cena, Black Beans	43.9	340	62.0	2.0	16.0	1.0	22.0
Baby Lima Beans Food 2 Food 2 • BOB'S RED MILL NATURAL FOODS, INC. Baby Lima Beans	40.2	333	62.8	7.8	21.6	—	21.6

Creamy Butter Mashed Potatoes, Creamy Butter vs Jalapeno Cheddar Homestyle Casserole, Jalapeno Cheddar

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Creamy Butte... Food 1 Food 1 • NASH FINCH COMPANY Creamy Butter Mashed Potatoes, Creamy Butter	33.3	348	78.3	4.4	4.3	2.2	8.7
Jalapeno Che... Food 2 Food 2 • IDAHOAN FOODS, LLC Jalapeno Cheddar Homestyle Casserole, Jalapeno Cheddar	37.3	357	75.0	—	7.1	3.6	7.1

Pinto Beans vs Red Lentils, Red

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Pinto Beans Food 1 Food 1 • FRESH & EASY Pinto Beans	40.2	341	63.6	2.3	15.9	1.1	20.5
Red Lentils,... Food 2 Food 2 • WAL-MART STORES, INC. Red Lentils, Red	34.2	314	62.9	—	11.4	2.9	22.9

Three Cheese Scalloped Potatoes, Three Cheese vs Chili Bean Mix, Chili Bean

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Three Cheese... Food 1 Food 1 • TARGET STORES Three Cheese Scalloped Potatoes, Three Cheese	39.3	357	75.0	7.1	3.6	1.8	7.1
Chili Bean M... Food 2 Food 2 • WEGMANS FOOD MARKETS, INC. Chili Bean Mix, Chili Bean	32.4	343	62.9	2.9	14.3	—	22.9

Scalloped Home Style Casserole, Scalloped vs La Triguena, Green Split Peas

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Scalloped Ho... Food 1 Food 1 • IDAHOAN FOODS, LLC Scalloped Home Style Casserole, Scalloped	39.2	357	78.6	3.6	7.1	3.6	7.1
La Triguena,... Food 2 Food 2 • MADAME GOUGOUSSE FOODS CORP. La Triguena, Green Split Peas	20.8	257	57.1	8.6	25.7	1.4	25.7

La Cena Pinto Beans, 4 Lb vs 365 Everyday Value, Organic, Garbanzo Beans

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
La Cena Pint... Food 1 Food 1 • LA CENA FINE FOODS, LTD. La Cena Pinto Beans, 4 Lb	40.3	341	63.6	2.3	15.9	—	20.5
365 Everyday... Food 2 Food 2 • WHOLE FOODS MARKET, INC. 365 Everyday Value, Organic, Garbanzo Beans	39.9	360	60.0	10.0	18.0	6.0	20.0

Instant Mashed Potatoes, Garlic vs Great Northern Beans

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Instant Mash... Food 1 Food 1 • ARON STREIT INC. Instant Mashed Potatoes, Garlic	27.5	333	76.2	4.8	9.5	—	9.5
Great Northe... Food 2 Food 2 • NASH FINCH COMPANY Great Northern Beans	40.1	347	63.3	2.0	20.4	1.0	22.5

Premium Scalloped Red Potatoes vs Inca's Food Hulled Barley, 15 Oz

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Premium Scal... Food 1 Food 1 • IDAHOAN FOODS, LLC Premium Scalloped Red Potatoes	36.8	400	70.0	6.7	6.7	11.7	6.7
Inca's Food ... Food 2 Food 2 • PERUVIAN IMPORT COMPANY Inca's Food Hulled Barley, 15 Oz	59.1	329	72.9	—	2.4	—	7.1

Green Organic Lentils, Green vs Au Gratin Potatoes

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Green Organi... Food 1 Food 1 • LAKE VENTURES LLC Green Organic Lentils, Green	19.0	343	60.0	2.9	31.4	—	25.7
Au Gratin Po... Food 2 Food 2 • CLOVER VALLEY Au Gratin Potatoes	41.2	357	78.6	7.1	3.6	2.3	7.1

Roasted Garlic Flavored Mashed Potatoes, Roasted Garlic vs Dried Seaweed

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Roasted Garl... Food 1 Food 1 • BI-LO INC. Roasted Garlic Flavored Mashed Potatoes, Roasted Garlic	34.9	393	67.9	3.6	3.6	10.7	7.1
Dried Seaweed Food 2 Food 2 • JFC INTERNATIONAL INC. Dried Seaweed	5.9	294	58.8	—	23.5	—	11.8

Tri Color Quinoa vs Garbanzo Beans, Garbanzo

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Tri Color Qu... Food 1 Food 1 • RIVIANA FOODS INC. Tri Color Quinoa	48.3	378	66.7	2.2	11.1	5.6	13.3
Garbanzo Bea... Food 2 Food 2 • SMART & FINAL IRIS CORPORATION Garbanzo Beans, Garbanzo	39.9	360	60.0	10.0	18.0	6.0	20.0

Crunchy Coated Premium Black Edamame, Sea Salt vs High Fiber Pinto Beans

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Crunchy Coat... Food 1 Food 1 • SEAPOINT FARMS, LLC Crunchy Coated Premium Black Edamame, Sea Salt	18.4	467	46.7	6.7	13.3	15.0	30.0
High Fiber P... Food 2 Food 2 • TOPS MARKETS, LLC High Fiber Pinto Beans	17.2	229	60.0	2.9	34.3	2.9	20.0

Roasted & Salted Soybeans vs Zursun Idaho Heirloom Beans, Cranberry

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Roasted & Sa... Food 1 Food 1 • MOUNTAIN MAN NUT & FRUIT CO. Roasted & Salted Soybeans	12.5	464	32.1	—	7.1	25.0	35.7
Zursun Idaho... Food 2 Food 2 • PULSE RECORDS Zursun Idaho Heirloom Beans, Cranberry	22.9	343	60.0	—	25.7	—	22.9

Tri Color Couscous Moroccan Style Pasta vs Premium Parmesan & Herb Red Potatoes Slices, Parmesan & Herb

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Tri Color Co... Food 1 Food 1 • RIVIANA FOODS INC. Tri Color Couscous Moroccan Style Pasta	78.0	375	76.8	1.8	5.4	—	12.5
Premium Parm... Food 2 Food 2 • IDAHOAN FOODS, LLC Premium Parmesan & Herb Red Potatoes Slices, Parmesan & Herb	36.7	387	64.5	6.5	3.2	9.7	9.7

Tacoma Boys, Dried Slices Stir Fry Blend Mushrooms vs Dried Shiitake Sliced Mushrooms

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Tacoma Boys,... Food 1 Food 1 • THE NUTMEG SPICE CO. LTD. Tacoma Boys, Dried Slices Stir Fry Blend Mushrooms	12.6	300	75.0	2.0	12.0	1.0	—
Dried Shiita... Food 2 Food 2 • GIORGIO FOODS, INC. Dried Shiitake Sliced Mushrooms	13.7	300	80.0	—	10.0	—	10.0

Roasted Garlic Chives Mashed Potatoes, Roasted Garlic vs Pro Fusion, Black Bean With Green Kernel

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Roasted Garl... Food 1 Food 1 • BASIC AMERICAN FOODS, INC. Roasted Garlic Chives Mashed Potatoes, Roasted Garlic	35.1	370	70.4	3.7	3.7	7.4	7.4
Pro Fusion, ... Food 2 Food 2 • KHONG GUAN CORPORATION Pro Fusion, Black Bean With Green Kernel	12.6	433	33.3	6.7	10.0	16.7	36.7

Mediterranean Vegetarian Entree Falafel Mix, Mediterranean vs Baby Lima Beans, Baby Lima

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Mediterranea... Food 1 Food 1 • UNITED NATURAL FOODS, INC. Mediterranean Vegetarian Entree Falafel Mix, Mediterranean	28.4	371	57.1	2.9	14.3	5.7	22.9
Baby Lima Be... Food 2 Food 2 • WAL-MART STORES, INC. Baby Lima Beans, Baby Lima	28.8	343	62.9	8.6	20.0	—	20.0

Vegetable And Lentil Mixes Comparisons For Diabetics