Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Spaghetti Marinara
Bellisio Foods IncMushroom Risotto Precooked Pasta, Mushroom Risotto
Target StoresComparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Spaghetti Ma... | Mushroom Ris... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 44.0g | 30.0g |
| Sugars | 3.0g | 1.0g |
| Fiber | 3.0g | 1.1g |
| Protein | 8.0g | 5.0g |
| Fat | 4.0g | 5.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Spaghetti Marinara
Mushroom Risotto Precooked Pasta, Mushroom Risotto
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Nutritional Labels
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Spaghetti Marinara
Serving size 213.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 38.0g 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:
COOKED ENRICHED MACARONI PRODUCT (WATER, DURUM SEMOLINA [ENRICHED WITH NIACIN, FERROUS SULFATE, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID]), WATER, TOMATO PASTE, DICED TOMATOES (TOMATOES, TOMATO JUICE, CITRIC ACID, CALCIUM CHLORIDE), LESS THAN 2% OF ONIONS, CANOLA OIL, SALT, PARMESAN CHEESE (PASTEURIZED PART SKIM MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, SPICES, GRANULATED GARLIC, XANTHAN GUM.
Mushroom Risotto Precooked Pasta, Mushroom Risotto
Serving size 151.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 27.9g 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:
SAUCE (WATER, PORTOBELLO MUSHROOMS, CREAM, PASTEURIZED MILK, ONION, BUTTER, WHEAT STARCH, WHITE WINE, SALT, DRIED PORCINI MUSHROOMS, PARSLEY, GARLIC, BLACK PEPPER), PRECOOKED RICE (WATER, RICE, SALT), PORTOBELLO MUSHROOMS, PORCINI MUSHROOMS.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Spaghetti Marinara
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Minerals
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Ingredient Analysis
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Food Tags
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Spaghetti Marinara Tags
Mushroom Risotto Precooked Pasta, Mushroom Risotto 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: Spaghetti Marinara has a BSI of 81.2 while Mushroom Risotto Precooked Pasta, Mushroom Risotto has a BSI of 57.2. Mushroom Risotto Precooked Pasta, Mushroom Risotto has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Mushroom Risotto Precooked Pasta, Mushroom Risotto appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 57.2. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Spaghetti Marinara contains 20.7g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Mushroom Risotto Precooked Pasta, Mushroom Risotto contains 19.9g per 100g. Both foods have similar carbohydrate content.
Spaghetti Marinara provides 1.4g of fiber per 100g, compared to 0.7g in Mushroom Risotto Precooked Pasta, Mushroom Risotto. 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 frozen prepared sides category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.