What are Vegetable Based Products / Meals food comparisons?

Vegetable Based Products / Meals 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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Gardenburger Veggie Burgers Veggie Vegan 3.4 Oz 48 Ct vs Birds Eye Voila! Garlic Shrimp Frozen Meal, 21 Oz. Bag

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Gardenburger... Food 1 Food 1 • KELLOGG COMPANY US Gardenburger Veggie Burgers Veggie Vegan 3.4 Oz 48 Ct	96g	18.0	107	15.5	1.1	5.9	1.6	10.4
Birds Eye Vo... Food 2 Food 2 • CONAGRA BRANDS, INC Birds Eye Voila! Garlic Shrimp Frozen Meal, 21 Oz. Bag	190g	53.1	126	16.3	4.7	2.1	4.2	5.3

Hunt's Tomato Paste No Salt Added, 6 Oz vs Hunt's Whole Peeled Plum Tomatoes, 28 Oz.

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Hunt's Tomat... Food 1 Food 1 • CONAGRA BRANDS, INC Hunt's Tomato Paste No Salt Added, 6 Oz	33g	9.9	106	21.2	12.1	6.1	—	3.0
Hunt's Whole... Food 2 Food 2 • CONAGRA BRANDS, INC Hunt's Whole Peeled Plum Tomatoes, 28 Oz.	121g	7.9	25	5.0	2.5	1.7	—	0.8

Sweet Earth Cacio E Pepe Chickpea Pasta Frozen Bowl vs Betty Crocker Cheesy Hash Brown Potatoes

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Sweet Earth ... Food 1 Food 1 • SOCIÉTÉ DES PRODUITS NESTLÉ S.A. Sweet Earth Cacio E Pepe Chickpea Pasta Frozen Bowl	255g	74.4	165	17.7	2.0	2.7	7.5	6.3
Betty Crocke... Food 2 Food 2 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Betty Crocker Cheesy Hash Brown Potatoes	23g	31.5	348	78.3	—	8.7	4.4	4.4

Morningstar Farms Breakfast Maple Patties 8 Oz vs Morningstar Farms Veggie Burgers Veggie Burgers Grillers Prime 2.5 Oz 48 Ct

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Morningstar ... Food 1 Food 1 • KELLOGG COMPANY US Morningstar Farms Breakfast Maple Patties 8 Oz	38g	9.6	238	17.8	8.4	4.4	9.4	23.4
Morningstar ... Food 2 Food 2 • KELLOGG COMPANY US Morningstar Farms Veggie Burgers Veggie Burgers Grillers Prime 2.5 Oz 48 Ct	71g	6.0	197	8.6	0.8	4.1	9.6	23.0

Hunt's Tomato Paste, 12 Oz. vs Beef, Mushrooms And Pearl Onions, 70 Oz

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Hunt's Tomat... Food 1 Food 1 • CONAGRA BRANDS, INC Hunt's Tomato Paste, 12 Oz.	33g	9.9	106	21.2	12.1	6.1	—	3.0
Beef, Mushro... Food 2 Food 2 • CONAGRA BRANDS INC Beef, Mushrooms And Pearl Onions, 70 Oz	142g	11.8	63	4.9	1.4	0.7	1.4	6.3

Morningstar Farms Meal Solutions Chicken 10 Oz vs Tuttorosso Pasta Sauce With Meat 24 Oz

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Morningstar ... Food 1 Food 1 • KELLOGG COMPANY US Morningstar Farms Meal Solutions Chicken 10 Oz	85g	7.7	164	5.8	0.9	1.0	3.3	28.3
Tuttorosso P... Food 2 Food 2 • RED GOLD Tuttorosso Pasta Sauce With Meat 24 Oz	128g	19.8	62	9.4	7.0	1.6	2.1	1.6

Betty Crocker Loaded Potato Casserole Twin Pack vs Gardenburger Veggie Burgers Veggie Vegan 3.4 Oz 48 Ct

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Betty Crocke... Food 1 Food 1 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Betty Crocker Loaded Potato Casserole Twin Pack	27g	37.4	348	78.1	1.7	7.8	1.7	6.0
Gardenburger... Food 2 Food 2 • KELLOGG COMPANY US Gardenburger Veggie Burgers Veggie Vegan 3.4 Oz 48 Ct	96g	18.0	107	15.5	1.1	5.9	1.6	10.4

Hunt's Whole Peeled Plum Tomatoes With Basil, 28 Oz, 28 Oz vs Birds Eye Voila! Garlic Shrimp Frozen Meal, 21 Oz. Bag

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Hunt's Whole... Food 1 Food 1 • CONAGRA BRANDS INC Hunt's Whole Peeled Plum Tomatoes With Basil, 28 Oz, 28 Oz	121g	7.9	25	5.0	3.3	1.7	—	0.8
Birds Eye Vo... Food 2 Food 2 • CONAGRA BRANDS, INC Birds Eye Voila! Garlic Shrimp Frozen Meal, 21 Oz. Bag	190g	53.1	126	16.3	4.7	2.1	4.2	5.3

Hunts Diced Tomatoes With Green Pepper Celery And Onion, 14.5 Oz vs Hunts Diced Tomatoes Plain Variety, 13 Oz

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Hunts Diced ... Food 1 Food 1 • CONAGRA BRANDS INC Hunts Diced Tomatoes With Green Pepper Celery And Onion, 14.5 Oz	123g	16.0	37	8.1	4.9	1.6	—	0.8
Hunts Diced ... Food 2 Food 2 • CONAGRA BRANDS INC Hunts Diced Tomatoes Plain Variety, 13 Oz	121g	7.9	25	5.0	2.5	1.7	—	0.8

Hunts Diced Tomatoes Plain Variety, 13 Oz vs Tuttorosso Pasta Sauce With Garlic & Onion 24 Oz

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Hunts Diced ... Food 1 Food 1 • CONAGRA BRANDS INC Hunts Diced Tomatoes Plain Variety, 13 Oz	121g	7.9	25	5.0	2.5	1.7	—	0.8
Tuttorosso P... Food 2 Food 2 • RED GOLD Tuttorosso Pasta Sauce With Garlic & Onion 24 Oz	124g	19.9	56	9.7	5.7	1.6	1.4	1.6

Morningstar Farms Poultry Chikn Nuggets 48 Oz vs Sweet Earth Shredded Korean Style Bbq Marinated Plant Based Shreds

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Morningstar ... Food 1 Food 1 • KELLOGG COMPANY US Morningstar Farms Poultry Chikn Nuggets 48 Oz	86g	32.6	228	22.8	1.8	3.0	10.3	14.4
Sweet Earth ... Food 2 Food 2 • SOCIÉTÉ DES PRODUITS NESTLÉ S.A. Sweet Earth Shredded Korean Style Bbq Marinated Plant Based Shreds	85g	19.0	224	16.5	7.1	4.7	10.6	16.5

Alexia Loaded Cauliflower With White Cheddar And Bacon, Frozen Cauliflower Side, 10 Oz. vs Betty Crocker Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Alexia Loade... Food 1 Food 1 • CONAGRA BRANDS, INC Alexia Loaded Cauliflower With White Cheddar And Bacon, Frozen Cauliflower Side, 10 Oz.	113g	3.9	80	3.5	0.9	1.8	5.3	4.4
Betty Crocke... Food 2 Food 2 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Betty Crocker Mashed Sweet Potatoes	30g	45.4	367	83.3	30.0	6.7	3.3	3.3

Hunts Diced Tomatoes, 14.5 Oz. (8 Pack) vs Sweet Earth Plant Based Shredded Seasoned Taco Chik'n

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Hunts Diced ... Food 1 Food 1 • CONAGRA BRANDS, INC Hunts Diced Tomatoes, 14.5 Oz. (8 Pack)	121g	7.9	25	5.0	2.5	1.7	—	0.8
Sweet Earth ... Food 2 Food 2 • SOCIÉTÉ DES PRODUITS NESTLÉ S.A. Sweet Earth Plant Based Shredded Seasoned Taco Chik'n	85g	9.4	271	10.6	2.4	4.7	16.5	18.8

Hunt's Tomato Sauce Carton, 14.8 Oz vs Birds Eye Voila! Garlic Chicken Frozen Meal, 21 Oz. Bag

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Hunt's Tomat... Food 1 Food 1 • CONAGRA BRANDS, INC Hunt's Tomato Sauce Carton, 14.8 Oz	62g	6.0	32	6.5	3.2	1.6	—	1.6
Birds Eye Vo... Food 2 Food 2 • CONAGRA BRANDS, INC Birds Eye Voila! Garlic Chicken Frozen Meal, 21 Oz. Bag	176g	51.2	119	16.5	5.1	1.7	4.0	5.1

Birds Eye Voila! Family Size Cheesy Ranch Chicken Frozen Meal, 42 Oz Bag vs Birds Eye Steamfresh Garlic Butter Broccoli, Frozen Vegetables, 9 Oz.

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Birds Eye Vo... Food 1 Food 1 • CONAGRA BRANDS, INC Birds Eye Voila! Family Size Cheesy Ranch Chicken Frozen Meal, 42 Oz Bag	193g	51.0	109	15.0	2.1	1.6	2.3	6.2
Birds Eye St... Food 2 Food 2 • CONAGRA BRANDS, INC Birds Eye Steamfresh Garlic Butter Broccoli, Frozen Vegetables, 9 Oz.	118g	8.0	68	5.9	1.7	2.5	3.0	2.5

La Choy Sliced Bamboo Shoots, 8 Oz. vs Gardenburger Veggie Burgers Veggie Vegan 3.4 Oz 48 Ct

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
La Choy Slic... Food 1 Food 1 • CONAGRA BRANDS, INC La Choy Sliced Bamboo Shoots, 8 Oz.	226g	8.1	18	3.1	1.8	1.3	0.2	0.9
Gardenburger... Food 2 Food 2 • KELLOGG COMPANY US Gardenburger Veggie Burgers Veggie Vegan 3.4 Oz 48 Ct	96g	18.0	107	15.5	1.1	5.9	1.6	10.4

Betty Crocker Cheddar & Bacon Casserole Potatoes vs Rotel Original Diced Tomatoes And Green Chilies, 10 Oz.

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Betty Crocke... Food 1 Food 1 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Betty Crocker Cheddar & Bacon Casserole Potatoes	28g	39.9	358	80.0	4.7	7.7	1.8	5.6
Rotel Origin... Food 2 Food 2 • CONAGRA BRANDS, INC Rotel Original Diced Tomatoes And Green Chilies, 10 Oz.	125g	6.0	20	4.0	2.4	1.6	—	0.8

Hunts Family Favorite Lasagna Sauce, 15 Oz vs Betty Crocker Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Hunts Family... Food 1 Food 1 • CONAGRA BRANDS INC Hunts Family Favorite Lasagna Sauce, 15 Oz	62g	6.0	48	8.1	4.8	3.2	—	1.6
Betty Crocke... Food 2 Food 2 • GENERAL MILLS SALES INC. Betty Crocker Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes	26g	37.1	358	78.4	5.1	5.8	1.9	7.0

Hunt's Seasoned Diced Tomatoes In Sauce For Medium Chili, 15 Oz vs Morningstar Farms Poultry Chikn Nuggets 21 Oz

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Hunt's Seaso... Food 1 Food 1 • CONAGRA BRANDS, INC Hunt's Seasoned Diced Tomatoes In Sauce For Medium Chili, 15 Oz	62g	6.0	32	8.1	3.2	3.2	—	1.6
Morningstar ... Food 2 Food 2 • KELLOGG COMPANY US Morningstar Farms Poultry Chikn Nuggets 21 Oz	86g	30.0	224	20.8	2.1	2.6	10.6	13.6

Morningstar Farms Breakfast Veggie Breakfast Sausage Patties 1.34 Oz 112 Ct vs Hunts Diced Basil Grarlic Oregano Tomatoes Variety, 13 Oz

Food	Serving	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Morningstar ... Food 1 Food 1 • KELLOGG COMPANY US Morningstar Farms Breakfast Veggie Breakfast Sausage Patties 1.34 Oz 112 Ct	38g	5.7	187	10.2	1.3	2.3	7.0	23.7
Hunts Diced ... Food 2 Food 2 • CONAGRA BRANDS INC Hunts Diced Basil Grarlic Oregano Tomatoes Variety, 13 Oz	121g	9.9	29	5.8	2.5	1.7	—	0.8

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