Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Spicy Cantina Beef Bowl
Hans Kissle Co., Inc.Brown Rice & Vegetable Salad
Schnuck Markets, Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Spicy Cantin... | Brown Rice &... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 36.0g | 11.0g |
| Sugars | 9.0g | 1.0g |
| Fiber | 3.0g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 10.0g | 3.0g |
| Fat | 26.0g | 8.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
Spicy Cantina Beef Bowl vs Brown Rice & Vegetable Salad: Significant difference in blood sugar impact. Spicy Cantina Beef Bowl has very high impact (BSI 64.4) compared to Brown Rice & Vegetable Salad's moderate impact (BSI 19.6). Spicy Cantina Beef Bowl contains 25.0g more carbs per serving, Spicy Cantina Beef Bowl provides 2.0g more fiber. Brown Rice & Vegetable Salad 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.
Spicy Cantina Beef Bowl
Brown Rice & Vegetable Salad
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Nutritional Labels
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Spicy Cantina Beef Bowl
Serving size 227.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 24.0g 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 (SEMOLINA [WHEAT], NIACIN, FERROUS SULFATE, THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), TOMATOES, COOKED GROUND BEEF, BLACK BEANS (BLACK BEANS, WATER, SALT, CALCIUM CHLORIDE, FERROUS GLUCONATE), BLENDED OIL (90% CANOLA OIL, 10% EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL), CORN (CORN, WATER, SUGAR, SALT), GREEN PEPPERS, RED PEPPERS, HONEY, TACO SEASONING (YELLOW CORN FLOUR, SALT, MALTODEXTRIN, PAPRIKA, SPICES, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, SUGAR, GARLIC POWDER, CITRIC ACID, YEAST EXTRACT, NATURAL FLAVORS, CARAMEL COLOR), FAJITA SEASONING (SALT, MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE [FLAVOR ENHANCER], ONION, BLACK PEPPER, GARLIC, SPICE, AND BROMELAIN [TENDERIZER]), LEMON JUICE (CONCENTRATED LEMON JUICE [FILTERED WATER, LEMON JUICE CONCENTRATE], SODIUM BISULFITE AND SODIUM BENZOATE [PRESERVATIVES], NATURAL LEMON OIL), SPICES, KEY LIME JUICE, SALT, SODIUM BENZOATE AND POTASSIUM SORBATE (PRESERVATIVES), XANTHAN AND GUAR GUM (STANDARDIZED WITH DEXTROSE).
Brown Rice & Vegetable Salad
Serving size 100.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 9.0g 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:
BROWN RICE, DRESSING (EXPELLER PRESSED CANOLA OIL, GLUTEN FREE TAMARI SOY SAUCE [WATER, SOYBEANS, SALT, ALCOHOL], RICE VINEGAR, WATER, LEMON JUICE [WATER, LEMON JUICE, CITRIC ACID], EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL, SESAME OIL, SALT, GINGER, YEAST EXTRACT, LACTIC ACID, GROUND GINGER, WHITE PEPPER, XANTHAN GUM, GUAR GUM, SODIUM ALGINATE), CORN, CARROTS, CELERY, GREEN ONIONS, GREEN BELL PEPPERS, RED BELL PEPPERS, YELLOW BELL PEPPERS, WHOLE ROASTED PEANUTS.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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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: Spicy Cantina Beef Bowl has a BSI of 64.4 while Brown Rice & Vegetable Salad has a BSI of 19.6. Brown Rice & Vegetable Salad has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Brown Rice & Vegetable Salad appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 19.6. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Spicy Cantina Beef Bowl contains 15.9g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Brown Rice & Vegetable Salad contains 11.0g per 100g. Brown Rice & Vegetable Salad has 4.9g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Spicy Cantina Beef Bowl provides 1.3g of fiber per 100g, compared to 1.0g in Brown Rice & Vegetable Salad. 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.