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Soul Food Nutrition Lookup

See the blood sugar impact of any soul food dish — and the swaps that let you keep eating what you love.

Ranch Dressing (Full-Fat)

Lower Impact
Impact: low

Carbs / serving

2g

Fiber / serving

0g

Glycemic Index

10

Serving

2 tbsp

In context

Carbs: about 4% of a standard 50g meal target — like a small sprinkle of cornmeal
Fiber: 0% of the 28g daily goal — like a single leaf of fresh parsley
Glycemic Index: well within the low-GI range (<=55) — like the slow-burning effect of raw kale

Recipe Intelligence

very low protein content
virtually no dietary fiber
quick and easy to whip up
dairy separates when frozen
everyone loves a good dip
simple stir-and-chill process
stays fresh in the fridge all week
creamy and nostalgic soul

Why it can spike blood sugar

The high fat content significantly slows down the absorption of carbohydrates into the bloodstream.

Cooking tips

1. Combine 2 tbsp full-fat sour cream, 1 tsp dried dill, and 0.5 tsp garlic powder. 2. Whisk until smooth. 3. Use as a dip for fresh raw vegetables.

Why the swaps are better

Lower carbs, better for blood sugar

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Diabetes-conscious meal-planning support — not medical advice. Portion and carbohydrate information is provided for planning purposes. Use alongside guidance from your clinician or dietitian.