Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Tomato Basil Sauce
Mizkan America, Inc.Basil Pesto
G L Mezzetta, Inc.Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Tomato Basil... | Basil Pesto |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 11.0g | 1.0g |
| Sugars | 6.0g | 0.0g |
| Fiber | 2.0g | 1.0g |
| Protein | 2.0g | 2.0g |
| Fat | 1.5g | 16.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Tomato Basil Sauce
Basil Pesto
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Nutritional Labels
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Tomato Basil Sauce
Serving size 125.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 3.0g 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:
TOMATO PUREE (WATER, TOMATO PASTE), COARSE GROUND TOMATOES IN PUREE (DICED TOMATOES, TOMATO PUREE), BASIL, OLIVE OIL, SALT, GARLIC.
Basil Pesto
Serving size 30.0 GRMg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available 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:
EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL, FRESH BASIL, PARMESAN CHEESE (MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), WATER, ALMONDS, SEA SALT, FRESH GARLIC, PINE NUTS, NON-GMO LACTIC ACID, SPICES, ROSEMARY EXTRACT, NON-GMO ASCORBIC ACID, CITRIC ACID.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Tomato Basil Sauce
Minerals
Basil Pesto
Minerals
Ingredient Analysis
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Tomato Basil Sauce
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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: Tomato Basil Sauce, Tomato has a BSI of 17.9 while Basil Pesto, Basil has a BSI of 0.0. Basil Pesto, Basil has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Basil Pesto, Basil appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 0.0. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Tomato Basil Sauce, Tomato contains 8.8g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Basil Pesto, Basil contains 3.3g per 100g. Basil Pesto, Basil has 5.5g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Tomato Basil Sauce, Tomato provides 1.6g of fiber per 100g, compared to 3.3g in Basil Pesto, Basil. Basil Pesto, Basil provides 1.7g 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 prepared pasta & pizza sauces category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.