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Roasted Butternut Squash & Rainbow Chard Quinoa
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Cal Chefs, LlcComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Roasted Butt... | Cilantro Lim... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 43.0g | 15.0g |
| Sugars | 5.0g | 1.0g |
| Fiber | 8.9g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 10.0g | 14.0g |
| Fat | 6.0g | 8.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Roasted Butternut Squash & Rainbow Chard Quinoa vs Cilantro Lime Steak Meal Kit, Cilantro Lime: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Roasted Butternut Squash & Rainbow Chard Quinoa has very high impact (BSI 67.4) compared to Cilantro Lime Steak Meal Kit, Cilantro Lime's moderate impact (BSI 27.2). Roasted Butternut Squash & Rainbow Chard Quinoa contains 28.0g more carbs per serving, Roasted Butternut Squash & Rainbow Chard Quinoa provides 7.9g more fiber. Cilantro Lime Steak Meal Kit, Cilantro Lime 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.
Roasted Butternut Squash & Rainbow Chard Quinoa
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Nutritional Labels
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Roasted Butternut Squash & Rainbow Chard Quinoa
Serving size 255.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 29.1g 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:
RAINBOW CHARD QUINOA MIX {QUINOA MIX [WATER, QUINOA, GARLIC PUREE, CANOLA OIL, LEMON JUICE CONCENTRATE, VEGETABLE BASE (CONCENTRATED VEGETABLE EXTRACTS (TOMATO, MUSHROOM, ONION, CARROT, CELERY, SUNFLOWER SEED OIL), YEAST EXTRACT, SALT), BLACK PEPPER], RAINBOW CHARD}, ROASTED BUTTERNUT SQUASH (BUTTERNUT SQUASH, CANOLA OIL, PARSLEY, SALT, BLACK PEPPER), COOKED BLACK BEANS (BLACK BEANS, SALT, WATER).
Cilantro Lime Steak Meal Kit, Cilantro Lime
Serving size 140.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 13.0g 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:
BEEF (BEEF, WATER, VINEGAR, TAPIOCA STARCH, SEA SALT, YEAST EXTRACT, CITRUS EXTRACT, GRANULATED GARLIC, GRANULATED ONION, SPICES), CILANTRO LIME RICE (WATER, ENRICHED PARBOILED RICE [LONG GRAIN RICE, IRON ORTHOPHOSPHATE, NIACIN, THIAMIN MONONITRATE, FOLIC ACID], CHICKEN FAT, CHICKEN STOCK [CHICKEN STOCK, SALT], LIME JUICE CONCENTRATE, CILANTRO, LEMON ZEST [LEMON PEELS, SUGAR, NATURAL LEMON FLAVOR], RICE STARCH, YEAST EXTRACT [YEAST EXTRACT, SALT], SALT, CANE SUGAR, SPICES, GRANULATED ONION, GRANULATED GARLIC), VEGETABLES (BABY BROCCOLI, CARROTS, WATER, OLIVE OIL, SEA SALT, XANTHAN GUM, BLACK PEPPER OIL), CILANTRO LIME SAUCE (WATER, SUNFLOWER OIL, ROASTED POBLANO CHILIES, CILANTRO, PARSLEY, DEHYDRATED GARLIC, ROASTED GARLIC, LIME JUICE CONCENTRATE, JALAPENO, SEA SALT, LEMON PEEL, LEMON JUICE CONCENTRATE, TAPIOCA STARCH, SPICES, SUNFLOWER LECITHIN, XANTHAN GUM, MONKFRUIT EXTRACT, CITRIC ACID), AVOCADO OIL, SEASONING (SALT, GRANULATED GARLIC, GRANULATED ONION, CANE SUGAR, SPICES).
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: Roasted Butternut Squash & Rainbow Chard Quinoa has a BSI of 67.4 while Cilantro Lime Steak Meal Kit, Cilantro Lime has a BSI of 27.2. Cilantro Lime Steak Meal Kit, Cilantro Lime has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Cilantro Lime Steak Meal Kit, Cilantro Lime appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 27.2. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Roasted Butternut Squash & Rainbow Chard Quinoa contains 16.9g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Cilantro Lime Steak Meal Kit, Cilantro Lime contains 10.7g per 100g. Cilantro Lime Steak Meal Kit, Cilantro Lime has 6.2g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Roasted Butternut Squash & Rainbow Chard Quinoa provides 3.5g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0.7g in Cilantro Lime Steak Meal Kit, Cilantro Lime. Roasted Butternut Squash & Rainbow Chard Quinoa provides 2.8g more fiber, which can help slow glucose absorption.
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.
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