Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Balsamic Vinaigrette
Honey Mustard Dressing & Marinade
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Balsamic Vin... | Honey Mustar... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 5.0g | 3.0g |
| Sugars | 4.0g | 2.0g |
| Fiber | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Protein | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Fat | 3.0g | 11.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Balsamic Vinaigrette
Honey Mustard Dressing & Marinade
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Nutritional Labels
This section compares the nutritional labels of the two foods.
Balsamic Vinaigrette
Serving size 30.0 MLg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 1.0g 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:
WATER, BALSAMIC VINEGAR, SUGAR, EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL, CANOLA OIL, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: GARLIC, SPICES, SALT, DIJON MUSTARD (WATER, MUSTARD SEED, DISTILLED VINEGAR, SALT, WHITE WINE, CITRIC ACID, TARTARIC ACID, SPICES), DISTILLED VINEGAR, DRIED ONION, XANTHAN GUM, CITRIC ACID, NATURAL FLAVOR, LACTIC ACID, DRIED RED BELL PEPPER.
Honey Mustard Dressing & Marinade
Serving size 30.0 MLTg
% Daily Value*
* 1.0g 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:
AVOCADO OIL, WATER, ORGANIC APPLE CIDER VINEGAR, ORGANIC STONE GROUND MUSTARD (WATER, ORGANIC MUSTARD SEEDS, ORGANIC VINEGAR, SALT, ORGANIC SPICES), ORGANIC HONEY, ORGANIC LEMON JUICE CONCENTRATE, SEA SALT
Ingredient Analysis
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Balsamic Vinaigrette
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Food Tags
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Balsamic Vinaigrette Tags
Honey Mustard Dressing & Marinade Tags
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: Balsamic Vinaigrette has a BSI of 9.9 while Honey Mustard Dressing & Marinade, Honey Mustard has a BSI of 5.7. Honey Mustard Dressing & Marinade, Honey Mustard has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Honey Mustard Dressing & Marinade, Honey Mustard appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 5.7. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Balsamic Vinaigrette contains 16.7g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Honey Mustard Dressing & Marinade, Honey Mustard contains 10.0g per 100g. Honey Mustard Dressing & Marinade, Honey Mustard has 6.7g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Balsamic Vinaigrette provides 0.0g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0.0g in Honey Mustard Dressing & Marinade, Honey Mustard. 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 salad dressing & mayonnaise category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.