Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Greek Salad, Greek
Ideas & MoreCreamy Macaroni Salad With Celery, Eggs, Carrots And Onions, Creamy Macaroni
Meijer, Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Greek Salad,... | Creamy Macar... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 44.0g | 52.0g |
| Sugars | 6.0g | 10.0g |
| Fiber | 7.9g | 2.0g |
| Protein | 13.0g | 8.0g |
| Fat | 29.0g | 16.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Greek Salad, Greek vs Creamy Macaroni Salad With Celery, Eggs, Carrots And Onions, Creamy Macaroni: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Creamy Macaroni Salad With Celery, Eggs, Carrots And Onions, Creamy Macaroni has extremely high impact (BSI 96.6) compared to Greek Salad, Greek's very high impact (BSI 70.8). Creamy Macaroni Salad With Celery, Eggs, Carrots And Onions, Creamy Macaroni contains 8.0g more carbs per serving, Greek Salad, Greek provides 5.9g more fiber. Greek Salad, Greek is the better choice for diabetic meal planning.
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.
Greek Salad, Greek
Creamy Macaroni Salad With Celery, Eggs, Carrots And Onions, Creamy Macaroni
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Nutritional Labels
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Greek Salad, Greek
Serving size 360.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 30.1g 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:
SALAD: MEDITERRANEAN ROTINI (WHOLE GRAIN PASTA, TOMATO, BELL PEPPER, CUCUMBER, KALAMATA OLIVES, DILL, CANOLA OIL, PEPPER), SPINACH, FETA CHEESE GREEK HERB VINAIGRETTE: WATER, CANOLA OIL, SOYBEAN OIL, RED WINE VINEGAR, EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL, WHITE WINE VINEGAR, SUGAR, DRIED HERBS AND SPICES
Creamy Macaroni Salad With Celery, Eggs, Carrots And Onions, Creamy Macaroni
Serving size 115.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 40.0g 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 MACARONI PRODUCT (DURUM WHEAT SEMOLINA, NIACIN, IRON (FERROUS SULFATE), THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), SALAD DRESSING (SOYBEAN OIL, WATER, SUGAR, EGG YOLK, DISTILLED VINEGAR, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, LESS THAN 2% OF GROUND MUSTARD, PAPRIKA, SALT, CORN STARCH, POTASSIUM SORBATE, SODIUM BENZOATE AND CALCIUM DISODIUM EDTA [TO PROTECT QUALITY]), CELERY, MAYONNAISE (SOYBEAN OIL, WATER, CORN SYRUP, EGG YOLK, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% DISTILLED VINEGAR, SALT, MUSTARD FLOUR, CALCIUM DISODIUM EDTA [TO PROTECT QUALITY]), EGGS, WATER, SUGAR, CARROTS, ONION, SALT, PARSLEY, GARLIC POWDER, SODIUM BENZOATE (TO PRESERVE FRESHNESS), POTASSIUM SORBATE (TO PRESERVE FRESHNESS), CELERY SEEDS.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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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: Greek Salad, Greek has a BSI of 70.8 while Creamy Macaroni Salad With Celery, Eggs, Carrots And Onions, Creamy Macaroni has a BSI of 96.6. Greek Salad, Greek has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Greek Salad, Greek appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 70.8. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Greek Salad, Greek contains 12.2g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Creamy Macaroni Salad With Celery, Eggs, Carrots And Onions, Creamy Macaroni contains 45.2g per 100g. Greek Salad, Greek has 33.0g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Greek Salad, Greek provides 2.2g of fiber per 100g, compared to 1.7g in Creamy Macaroni Salad With Celery, Eggs, Carrots And Onions, Creamy Macaroni. 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.