What are Pasta By Shape & Type food comparisons?

Pasta By Shape & Type food comparisons help you understand the nutritional differences between similar foods in this category. We have 20 comparisons available to help you make better choices for blood sugar management.

How do I use these food comparisons for diabetes management?

Each comparison shows two foods side-by-side with their Blood Sugar Impact (BSI), carbohydrates, sugars, fiber, fat, and protein content. Look for foods with lower BSI scores and higher fiber content for better blood sugar control.

What does the Blood Sugar Impact (BSI) score mean?

BSI is our proprietary score that predicts how much a food will raise your blood sugar. Lower scores (closer to 0) indicate minimal impact, while higher scores suggest the food may cause larger blood sugar spikes. This helps diabetics choose foods that support stable glucose levels.

How should I interpret the nutritional information in these comparisons?

Focus on foods with higher fiber and protein content, as these nutrients help slow glucose absorption. Compare carbohydrate and sugar content between similar foods to identify better options. The color-coding helps you quickly identify foods with higher or lower nutrient levels.

Can I create my own food comparisons?

Yes! Use our comparison tool to compare any two foods in our database. This is especially helpful when you want to compare foods from different categories or find alternatives to foods that spike your blood sugar.

How often should I use food comparisons in my meal planning?

Food comparisons are most helpful when you're trying to choose between similar foods or looking for alternatives to foods that affect your blood sugar. Use them when grocery shopping, meal planning, or when you want to understand why certain foods work better for your diabetes management.

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100% Organic Ancient Grain Pasta Fusilli vs No. 1 Ziti Rigati Pasta

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
100% Organic... Food 1 Food 1 • BONA FURTUNA LLC 100% Organic Ancient Grain Pasta Fusilli	56g	73.7	348	71.4	1.8	3.6	2.9	12.5
No. 1 Ziti R... Food 2 Food 2 • RIVIANA FOODS INC. No. 1 Ziti Rigati Pasta	56g	77.8	357	75.0	3.6	3.6	1.8	12.5

Potato Gnocchi vs Chicken & Mozzarella Ravioli, Chicken & Mozzarella

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Potato Gnocchi Food 1 Food 1 • WEGMANS FOOD MARKETS, INC. Potato Gnocchi	180g	100.0	156	32.2	3.9	1.1	0.8	4.4
Chicken & Mo... Food 2 Food 2 • WAKEFERN FOOD CORPORATION Chicken & Mozzarella Ravioli	100g	61.9	230	33.0	1.0	1.0	6.0	12.0

Penne vs Ritrovo Selections, Durum Wheat Pasta

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Penne Food 1 Food 1 • TARGET STORES Penne	150g	100.0	227	40.7	2.0	2.0	3.0	6.7
Ritrovo Sele... Food 2 Food 2 • AFRICAN MUSEUM Ritrovo Selections, Durum Wheat Pasta	70g	89.2	357	70.0	—	4.3	2.9	12.9

Five Cheese Ravioli, Five Cheese vs Enriched Macaroni Product, Large Shell Pasta

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Five Cheese ... Food 1 Food 1 • CAPPELLO'S GLUTEN FREE Five Cheese Ravioli	140g	57.0	293	22.9	2.1	1.4	17.9	12.1
Enriched Mac... Food 2 Food 2 • ASSOCIATED WHOLESALE GROCERS, INC. Enriched Macaroni Product, Large Shell Pasta	56g	77.8	357	75.0	3.6	3.6	1.8	12.5

Red Lentil Linguine Power Protein Pasta, Red Lentil Linguine vs Italian Egg Pasta, Italian

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Red Lentil L... Food 1 Food 1 • QUINOA CORPORATION Red Lentil Linguine Power Protein Pasta	56g	53.1	357	62.5	1.8	12.5	1.8	25.0
Italian Egg ... Food 2 Food 2 • FRATELLI MANTOVA FU VINCENZO Italian Egg Pasta	56g	67.4	375	66.1	3.6	3.6	5.4	14.3

Bronze Cut Pasta, Bucatini vs Cheese Tortellini, Cheese

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Bronze Cut P... Food 1 Food 1 • SAFEWAY, INC. Bronze Cut Pasta, Bucatini	56g	83.7	375	78.6	3.6	1.8	0.9	12.5
Cheese Torte... Food 2 Food 2 • ROSINA FOOD PRODUCTS, INC. Cheese Tortellini	125g	82.2	216	35.2	0.8	1.6	4.8	7.2

Simply Enjoy, Goat Cheese & Roasted Tomato Ravioli vs Porcini Mushroom Tortelloni, Porcini Mushroom

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Simply Enjoy... Food 1 Food 1 • AHOLD USA, INC. Simply Enjoy, Goat Cheese & Roasted Tomato Ravioli	100g	48.2	190	27.0	2.0	2.0	10.0	11.0
Porcini Mush... Food 2 Food 2 • ROUSE'S ENTERPRISES, INC. Porcini Mushroom Tortelloni	140g	100.0	279	45.0	5.0	3.6	6.4	9.3

Enriched Macaroni Product, Wagon Wheels vs Durum Wheat Semolina Macaroni Product, Lasagne

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Enriched Mac... Food 1 Food 1 • TOPS MARKETS, LLC Enriched Macaroni Product, Wagon Wheels	56g	75.8	357	73.2	3.6	3.6	1.8	12.5
Durum Wheat ... Food 2 Food 2 • ALANRIC FOOD DISTRIBUTORS, INC. Durum Wheat Semolina Macaroni Product, Lasagne	55g	77.8	382	76.4	3.6	3.6	1.8	12.7

Enriched Macaroni Product, Stars vs Ravioli, Cheese

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Enriched Mac... Food 1 Food 1 • GOYA FOODS, INC. Enriched Macaroni Product, Stars	53g	76.0	377	77.4	3.8	3.8	1.9	11.3
Ravioli, Cheese Food 2 Food 2 • GIANT EAGLE, INC. Ravioli, Cheese	145g	74.2	186	28.3	2.1	2.1	4.8	7.6

Elbows Premium Italian Macaroni Product Made From Durum Wheat Semolina vs Penne Di Rigatino 68

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Elbows Premi... Food 1 Food 1 • WHOLE FOODS MARKET, INC. Elbows Premium Italian Macaroni Product Made From Durum Wheat Semolina	56g	77.8	357	75.0	3.6	3.6	1.8	12.5
Penne Di Rig... Food 2 Food 2 • RIENZI & SONS INC. Penne Di Rigatino 68	60g	78.0	333	70.0	1.7	3.3	1.7	11.7

Lenta Lavorazione Grossi No 5 Spaghetti vs Macaroni Fusilli Product

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Lenta Lavora... Food 1 Food 1 • RUMMO SPA Lenta Lavorazione Grossi No 5 Spaghetti	100g	100.0	356	69.5	3.1	2.9	1.6	14.5
Macaroni Fus... Food 2 Food 2 • WHOLE FOODS MARKET, INC. Macaroni Fusilli Product	56g	80.0	357	76.8	3.6	3.6	1.8	10.7

Lasagne Artisan Egg Pasta Sheets, Lasagne vs Elbows

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Lasagne Arti... Food 1 Food 1 • BALDUCCI ENTERPRISES INC. Lasagne Artisan Egg Pasta Sheets	62g	83.0	378	70.4	1.6	1.6	4.0	14.4
Elbows Food 2 Food 2 • BAY VALLEY FOODS, LLC Elbows	56g	75.8	357	73.2	3.6	3.6	1.8	12.5

Buffalo Chicken Ravioli With Ricotta & Mozzarella Cheese, Buffalo Chicken vs Mini Gnocchi

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Buffalo Chic... Food 1 Food 1 • BUITONI FOOD COMPANY Buffalo Chicken Ravioli With Ricotta & Mozzarella Cheese	108g	67.6	241	34.3	2.8	1.9	5.6	12.0
Mini Gnocchi Food 2 Food 2 • J'OUVERT RECORDS Mini Gnocchi	140g	81.2	150	31.4	4.3	2.1	1.1	5.0

Whole Wheat Elbows, Macaroni vs Orogiallo Fresh Pasta

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Whole Wheat ... Food 1 Food 1 • FRESH&EASY Whole Wheat Elbows, Macaroni	56g	69.9	375	73.2	3.6	8.9	2.7	12.5
Orogiallo Fr... Food 2 Food 2 • LA BOLOGNESE S.R.L. ZONA INDUSTRIALE 1 Orogiallo Fresh Pasta	125g	100.0	280	60.6	2.6	1.6	0.3	8.6

Whole Foods Market, Potato Gnocchi vs Fioretti, Butternut Squash

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Whole Foods ... Food 1 Food 1 • SEVERINO PASTA MFG. Whole Foods Market, Potato Gnocchi	85g	65.2	200	42.4	1.2	3.5	0.6	5.9
Fioretti, Bu... Food 2 Food 2 • HARMONS INC Fioretti, Butternut Squash	57g	73.9	351	71.9	3.5	5.3	1.8	12.3

Enriched Macaroni, Enriched Tomato Macaroni & Enriched Spinach Macaroni Product, Tri Color Rotini vs Fresh Potatoes

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Enriched Mac... Food 1 Food 1 • TARGET STORES Enriched Macaroni, Enriched Tomato Macaroni & Enriched Spinach Macaroni Product, Tri Color Rotini	56g	75.5	357	73.2	3.6	3.6	1.8	14.3
Fresh Potatoes Food 2 Food 2 • FLORA'S DISTRIBUTORS, INC. Fresh Potatoes	56g	31.7	171	30.4	1.8	1.8	0.4	3.6

Enriched Macaroni Product, Farfalle Bow Ties vs Enriched Macaroni Product, Penne Rigate

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Enriched Mac... Food 1 Food 1 • HY-VEE, INC. Enriched Macaroni Product, Farfalle Bow Ties	56g	75.8	357	73.2	3.6	3.6	1.8	12.5
Enriched Mac... Food 2 Food 2 • LAKE VENTURES LLC Enriched Macaroni Product, Penne Rigate	55g	77.8	382	76.4	3.6	3.6	1.8	12.7

Luigi Vitelli, Elbows, Enriched Macaroni Product vs Pennoni

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Luigi Vitell... Food 1 Food 1 • VITELLI FOODS, LLC Luigi Vitelli, Elbows, Enriched Macaroni Product	55g	74.8	356	72.7	3.1	2.9	1.8	11.8
Pennoni Food 2 Food 2 • AHOLD USA, INC. Pennoni	56g	74.2	339	71.4	3.6	3.6	0.9	10.7

Macaroni Product, Linguine No 811 vs Dinosaur Shaped Pasta Vegetable Macaroni Product

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Macaroni Pro... Food 1 Food 1 • PREFERRED SELECTION Macaroni Product, Linguine No 811	56g	75.5	357	73.2	1.8	3.6	1.8	14.3
Dinosaur Sha... Food 2 Food 2 • GLENCOURT INC. Dinosaur Shaped Pasta Vegetable Macaroni Product	56g	76.2	357	73.2	3.6	3.6	0.9	10.7

Shellbows Pasta vs No. 35 Elbows Pasta

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Shellbows Pasta Food 1 Food 1 • GEORGE DELALLO CO., INC. Shellbows Pasta	56g	72.2	339	69.6	1.8	3.6	1.8	10.7
No. 35 Elbow... Food 2 Food 2 • RIVIANA FOODS INC. No. 35 Elbows Pasta	56g	77.8	357	75.0	3.6	3.6	1.8	12.5

Pasta By Shape & Type Comparisons