Which food has less impact on blood sugar?
Zucchini Pancakes
Original Cauli Tots
Comparing Key Nutrients
| Nutrient | Zucchini Pan... | Original Cau... |
|---|---|---|
| Carbs | 8.0g | 7.0g |
| Sugars | 1.0g | 1.0g |
| Fiber | 1.0g | 4.0g |
| Protein | 2.0g | 5.0g |
| Fat | 3.0g | 4.0g |
Estimated Blood Sugar Response
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Zucchini Pancakes
Original Cauli Tots
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Nutritional Labels
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Zucchini Pancakes
Serving size 38.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 6.0g 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:
ZUCCHINI, MEAL (WHEAT FLOUR), CANOLA OIL, ONIONS, CARROTS, EGG WHITES, POTATO STARCH, SALT, WATER, GARLIC, BASIL.
Original Cauli Tots
Serving size 81.0 Gg
% Daily Value*
* Some fat components may not be available in USDA data
* 2.0g 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:
CAULIFLOWER, EGG WHITE, CHEDDAR CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, BACTERIAL CULTURE, SALT, MICROBIAL ENZYME, COLOR, CELLULOSE), ONION, PARMESAN CHEESE (MILK, SALT, CALCIUM CHLORIDE, LIPASE, BACTERIAL CULTURE, MICROBIAL ENZYME CELLULOSE), CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF ALMOND FLOUR, ISOLATED PEA PRODUCT, CREAM (MILK), CITRUS FIBER, SEASONING (SALT, SPICES, AUTOLYZED YEAST EXTRACT, ONION POWDER, MUSHROOM POWDER, PARSLEY, HYDROLYZED SOY PROTEIN, CELERY POWDER), PEA STARCH.
Vitamins & Minerals Comparison
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Zucchini Pancakes
Vitamins
Original Cauli Tots
Minerals
Ingredient Analysis
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Zucchini Pancakes
Original Cauli Tots
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: Zucchini Pancakes has a BSI of 13.7 while Original Cauli Tots, Original has a BSI of 5.9. Original Cauli Tots, Original has the lower blood sugar impact, making it potentially better for blood glucose management.
Original Cauli Tots, Original appears to be the better choice for diabetics with a lower BSI score of 5.9. However, consider your individual response, portion sizes, and overall meal composition when making food choices.
Zucchini Pancakes contains 21.1g of carbohydrates per 100g, while Original Cauli Tots, Original contains 8.6g per 100g. Original Cauli Tots, Original has 12.4g fewer carbs, which may result in less blood sugar impact.
Zucchini Pancakes provides 2.6g of fiber per 100g, compared to 4.9g in Original Cauli Tots, Original. Original Cauli Tots, Original provides 2.3g 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 frozen prepared sides category to find more alternatives and make additional comparisons.