Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Classic Macaroni Pasta Salad
Pasta Salad
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Classic Maca... | Pasta Salad |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 11.0g | 43.0g |
| Sugars | 0.2g | 3.0g |
| Fiber | 0.5g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 1.8g | 8.0g |
| Fat | 3.3g | 13.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Classic Macaroni Pasta Salad
Pasta Salad
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Nutritional Labels
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Classic Macaroni Pasta Salad
Serving size 28.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 10.3g 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:
(DURUM WHEAT SEMOLINA) - NON GMO MAYONNAISE [EXPELLER PRESSED CANOLA OIL, PASTEURIZED WHOLE EGGS, FILTERED WATER, HONEY, DISTILLED WHITE VINEGAR, SEA SALT, MUSTARD (DISTILLED VINEGAR, WATER, MUSTARD SEED, SALT), LEMON JUICE CONCENTRATE, CONTAINS EGGS] - CARROTS - CELERY - RED ONION - WHITE VINEGAR - DIJON MUSTARD (WATER, WHITE VINEGAR, MUSTARD SEED, SEA SALT, SPICES) - PARSLEY - PAPRIKA - BLACK PEPPER - SEA SALT.
Pasta Salad
Serving size 113.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 39.0g 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 TRICOLOR SPIRAL PASTA [SEMOLINA (WHEAT), DRIED SPINACH, DRIED TOMATO, NIACIN, IRON (FERROUS SULFATE), THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID)], DRESSING (SOYBEAN OIL, DISTILLED VINEGAR, WATER, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF SALT, GARLIC, ONION, SPICES, RED BELL PEPPER, XANTHAN GUM, NATURAL FLAVOR, OLEORESIN PAPRIKA FOR COLOR), WATER, BROCCOLI, CARROTS, RED BELL PEPPER [WATER, SALT, CITRIC ACID (ACIDITY REGULATOR), CALCIUM CHLORIDE], BLACK OLIVES (WATER, SALT, FERROUS GLUCONATE), SORBIC ACID, BASIL, PARSLEY AND XANTHAN GUM.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Classic Macaroni Pasta...
Minerals
Pasta Salad
Minerals
Ingredient Analysis
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Classic Macaroni Pasta Salad
Pasta Salad
Food Tags
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Classic Macaroni Pasta Salad Tags
Pasta Salad 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: Classic Macaroni Pasta Salad, Classic has a BSI of 20.4 while Pasta Salad, Pasta has a BSI of 81.3. Classic Macaroni Pasta Salad, Classic has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Classic Macaroni Pasta Salad, Classic appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 20.4. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Classic Macaroni Pasta Salad, Classic contains 39.3g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Pasta Salad, Pasta contains 38.1g per 100g. Both foods have similar carbohydrate content.
Classic Macaroni Pasta Salad, Classic provides 1.8g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0.9g in Pasta Salad, Pasta. 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 deli salads category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.