Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Salsa, Hot
Caramelized Onion Dip
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Salsa, Hot | Caramelized ... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 2.0g | 3.0g |
| Sugars | 1.0g | 2.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g | 0.0g |
| Protein | 0.0g | 1.0g |
| Fat | 0.0g | 4.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Salsa, Hot
Caramelized Onion Dip
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Nutritional Labels
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Salsa, Hot
Serving size 30.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* 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:
TOMATOES, FRESH JALAPENO PEPPERS, TOMATO PUREE (WATER AND CONCENTRATED CRUSHED TOMATOES), SALT, DEHYDRATED GARLIC, CITRIC ACID, NATURAL FLAVOR.
Caramelized Onion Dip
Serving size 30.0 Gg
% 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:
YOGURT (CULTURED PASTEURIZED CREAM, MILK, NONFAT MILK, LACTOSE REDUCED NONFAT DRY MILK, ENZYME), SOUR CREAM (CULTURED MILK, CREAM, WHEY), ONIONS, FIRE ROASTED ONIONS, GREEN ONIONS, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS: SALT, SUGAR, WATER, ONION AND GARLIC POWDER, YEAST EXTRACT, BALSAMIC VINEGAR, NATURAL FLAVORS, MODIFIED CORNSTARCH, SPICE, CARROT FIBER, GELATIN (BEEF), SODIUM PHOSPHATE, GUMS (XANTHAN GUAR, LOCUST BEAN), CARRAGEENAN, CALCIUM SULFATE, CITRIC ACID, LACTIC ACID, CARAMEL COLOR, POTASSIUM SORBATE AND SODIUM BENZOATE (ADDED TO MAINTAIN FRESHNESS).
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Caramelized Onion Dip
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Ingredient Analysis
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Salsa, Hot
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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: Salsa, Hot has a BSI of 2.0 while Caramelized Onion Dip has a BSI of 5.8. Salsa, Hot has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Salsa, Hot appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 2.0. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Salsa, Hot contains 6.7g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Caramelized Onion Dip contains 10.0g per 100g. Salsa, Hot has 3.3g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Salsa, Hot provides 3.3g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0.0g in Caramelized Onion Dip. Salsa, Hot provides 3.3g 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.
Yes! Use our comparison tool to explore other foods in similar categories. You can also browse the dips & salsa category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.