Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Baked Empanadas, Chicken
Steakless Ranchero Burrito
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Baked Empana... | Steakless Ra... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 30.0g | 38.0g |
| Sugars | 0.0g | 3.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 9.0g | 10.0g |
| Fat | 3.0g | 11.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Compare how these foods may affect blood sugar over time, based on carbohydrate content, fiber, protein, and fat composition for their recommended serving sizes.
Medical Disclaimer: This data is an estimate intended for educational purposes only. Individual responses to foods may vary significantly. Always consult with your healthcare provider for medical advice related to your specific condition.
Baked Empanadas, Chicken
Steakless Ranchero Burrito
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Baked Empanadas, Chicken
Serving size 71.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 29.0g 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:
ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR (WHEAT, NIACIN, IRON, THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID, ENZYME), CHICKEN MEAT, WATER, ONION, TOMATO SAUCE (TOMATOES, CITRIC ACID AS A PRESERVATIVE), VEGETABLE SHORTENING (VEGETABLE OIL, SOYBEAN OIL AND COTTONSEED OIL), SALT, CANOLA OIL, GARLIC, EGG, BLACK PEPPER, CUMIN, OREGANO, AND PAPRIKA.
Steakless Ranchero Burrito
Serving size 142.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 34.0g 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:
TORTILLA: (ENRICHED WHEAT FLOUR [NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID], COCONUT OIL, SUGAR, LESS THAN 2% OF: LEAVENING [MONOCALCIUM PHOSPHATE, SODIUM BICARBONATE, CORNSTARCH], SEA SALT, MONO AND DIGLYCERIDES, CELLULOSE, MALTODEXTRIN, YEAST), BEEF STYLE PIECES: (FILTERED WATER, SOY PROTEIN, ONION, WHEAT GLUTEN, WHEAT STARCH, SEASONING [SEA SALT BLEND {POTASSIUM CHLORIDE, SEA SALT}, TAPIOCA MALTODEXTRIN, YEAST EXTRACT, CANE SUGAR, GARLIC POWDER, ONION POWDER, GRILL FLAVOR {SUNFLOWER OIL}, SPICES, RED AND GREEN BELL PEPPERS, TOMATO POWDER, MOLASSES, NATURAL FLAVOR, CITRIC ACID], SOYBEAN OIL, SOY SAUCE [WATER, SOYBEANS, SALT, ALCOHOL, WHEAT], METHYLCELLULOSE, MALT EXTRACT, NATURAL FLAVORS), SALSA ROJA: (FIRE ROASTED TOMATOES [FIRE ROASTED TOMATOES, WATER, SALT, CITRIC ACID, CALCIUM CHLORIDE], DICED TOMATOES [TOMATOES, TOMATO JUICE, SALT, CITRIC ACID, CALCIUM CHLORIDE], ONIONS, CHIPOTLE PUREE [CHIPOTLE PEPPERS, WATER, TOMATO PASTE, NON-GMO WHITE VINEGAR, ONIONS, SUGAR, SALT, NON-GMO CANOLA OIL, SPICES], FIRE ROASTED JALAPENOS, CILANTRO, SALT, CANE SUGAR, SPICES), VEGAN SPICY CHEDDAR: (COCONUT OIL, MODIFIED CORN AND POTATO STARCH, SEA SALT, GREEN AND RED PEPPERS, SPICES, NATURAL FLAVOR [PLANT SOURCE], BETA CAROTENE [COLOR], VITAMIN B12), VEGETABLES: (ONIONS, RED PEPPERS, GREEN PEPPERS)
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Baked Empanadas, Chicken
Vitamins
Minerals
Steakless Ranchero Bur...
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Ingredient Analysis
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Baked Empanadas, Chicken
Steakless Ranchero Burrito
Food Tags
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Data Quality
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this food category and how to use these foods for diabetes management
The key difference is in their blood sugar impact: Baked Empanadas, Chicken has a BSI of 56.2 while Steakless Ranchero Burrito, Steakless Ranchero has a BSI of 72.1. Baked Empanadas, Chicken has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Baked Empanadas, Chicken appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 56.2. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Baked Empanadas, Chicken contains 42.3g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Steakless Ranchero Burrito, Steakless Ranchero contains 26.8g per 100g. Steakless Ranchero Burrito, Steakless Ranchero has 15.5g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Baked Empanadas, Chicken provides 1.4g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0.7g in Steakless Ranchero Burrito, Steakless Ranchero. Both foods provide similar amounts of fiber.
Use this comparison to make informed substitutions in your meals. The food with the lower BSI score will generally have less impact on your blood sugar. Consider pairing higher-impact foods with protein or fiber to help moderate blood glucose response.
Yes! Use our comparison tool to explore other foods in similar categories. You can also browse the frozen appetizers & hors d'oeuvres category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.