Blood Sugar Impact of Pesto Pasta Salad
This food has a high impact on blood sugar and may cause a rapid spike. Consider pairing with protein or fat to moderate the impact.
Key Nutrients
Per 227.0g serving| Nutrient |
Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Carbs | 55.0g |
| Sugars | 3.0g |
| Fiber | 0.9g |
| Protein | 13.0g |
| Fat | 14.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Nutritional Information
Complete nutritional breakdown per serving based on USDA data.
Serving size 227.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* 51.1g of carbohydrates not detailed in USDA data
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
INGREDIENTS:
PENNE PASTA (SEMOLINA FROM DURUM WHEAT, FERROUS SULFATE, NIACIN, THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN. FOLIC ACID), PESTO BASIL SAUCE (BASIL, CANOLA OIL, WATER, PARMESAN CHEESE [PASTEURIZED PART SKIM COWS MILK. CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES], GRANULATED GARLIC, SALT). SUN DRIED TOMATOES (TOMATOES, MAY CONTAIN ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING: CANOLA/VIRGIN OLIVE OIL. NATURAL CITRIC ACID AND CONTAINS SULFUR DIOXIDE FOR COLOR RETENTION), GREEN ONION, PARMESAN CHEESE (PASTEURIZED PART SKIM COWS MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES), SALT, TABLE BLACK PEPPER.
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Vitamins & Minerals
Micronutrient content per serving, shown as a percentage of recommended daily values.
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Ingredient Analysis
Breakdown of ingredients and processing level to help you understand what's in this food.
| Ingredient Type | Found In This Product |
|---|---|
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🐄
Animal Product
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CHEESE
MILK
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🎨
Artificial Coloring
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COLOR*
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🫧
Fat
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OIL*
|
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🌿
Natural
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CHEESE
MILK
SALT
|
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💪
Protein
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CHEESE
MILK
|
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💦
Refined Fat
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OIL*
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🧂
Seasoning
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SALT
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⚗️
Synthetic Additive
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COLOR*
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Food Tags
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Data Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Pesto Pasta Salad is a food product in the deli salads category with a Blood Sugar Impact score of 100.0.
Pesto Pasta Salad has a Blood Sugar Impact (BSI) score of 100.0. Lower scores indicate less impact on blood glucose levels.
Pesto Pasta Salad contains 24.2g carbs, 1.3g sugars, 0.4g fiber, and 5.7g protein per 100g.
This food has a high blood sugar impact and should be limited in diabetic diets. Always consult with your healthcare provider about foods that fit your individual dietary needs.
Consider the nutritional profile and blood sugar impact when incorporating Pesto Pasta Salad into your meals. Pair higher-impact foods with protein and fiber for better blood sugar control.
Use our comparison tool to see how Pesto Pasta Salad compares to similar foods. You can also explore other foods in the deli salads category for alternatives.