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Cheesy pickle pizza with high sodium
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (medium) of Cheese and pickle pizza (125 g) has 331 calories. That works out to 265 calories per 100 g. It contains 38.1 g of carbs, 14 g of protein, 14.1 g of fat and 2.3 g of fiber. Its 27.5 µg of Selenium covers 50% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 60 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 125 g
331
KCAL / 125G
Carbs
38.1g
· 14% DV
Protein
14g
· 28% DV
Fat
14.1g
· 18% DV
Fiber
2.3g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 45% · Protein 17% · Fat 38%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 331 kcal | |
| Total fat | 14.1 g | 18% |
| Saturated fat | 6.38 g | 32% |
| Trans fat | 0.22 g | |
| Sodium | 975 mg | 42% |
| Total carbohydrate | 38.1 g | 14% |
| Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% |
| Protein | 14 g | 28% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 slice (medium) | 125 g | 331 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 75 g | 199 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 265 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 175 g | 464 kcal |
| 2 slice (double) | 250 g | 663 kcal |
| 1 piece (half) | 250 g | 663 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 795 kcal |
| 3 slice (triple) | 375 g | 994 kcal |
| 1 piece (whole) | 500 g | 1325 kcal |
Calculated from 265 calories per 100 g.
Cheese and pickle pizza is typically made with pizza dough, a sauce, cheese and sliced pickles. Recipes vary: some use tomato sauce, while others choose a creamy or garlic-based sauce to complement the pickles.
To make cheese and pickle pizza, spread a thin layer of sauce over pizza dough, add cheese and well-drained pickle slices, then bake until the crust is cooked and the cheese melts. Drying the pickles helps prevent a soggy base.
Yes, cheese and pickle pizza can taste good if you enjoy tangy, salty toppings. The pickles cut through the richness of melted cheese; use a moderate amount so their sharp flavour does not overwhelm the rest.
Crunchy cucumber pickles work well on cheese and pickle pizza because their tang balances the melted cheese. Dill pickles are a popular choice, but sweet pickles give the pizza a noticeably sweeter flavour.
Pickles usually go on cheese and pickle pizza before baking so they warm through with the cheese. For a crunchier bite and a sharper pickle flavour, add some fresh slices after the pizza comes out of the oven.
Cheese and pickle pizza gets soggy when wet pickle brine or too much sauce soaks into the dough. Drain and pat the pickles dry, spread the sauce thinly, and bake the pizza on a thoroughly heated surface.
Tomato sauce is a common base for cheese and pickle pizza, but garlic or ranch-style sauce also pairs well with pickles. Keep the layer thin so the extra moisture does not soften the crust.
Yes, cheese and pickle pizza can be made without tomato sauce. A light garlic or creamy sauce lets the pickle flavour stand out, while a small amount of olive oil is another simple base.
Store leftover cheese and pickle pizza in a covered container in the refrigerator rather than leaving it out. Reheat slices in an oven or skillet to bring back some crispness; a microwave tends to soften the crust.
Yes, cheese and pickle pizza can be high in sodium because both cheese and pickles contribute salt. If you are limiting sodium, use fewer pickles and less cheese, and avoid adding extra salt to the sauce.
Vitamins
B12
0.78µg · 33% DV
B1
0.3mg · 25% DV
B3
3.63mg · 23% DV
Biotin
6.38µg · 21% DV
Minerals
Selenium
28µg · 51% DV
Sodium
975mg · 42% DV
Phosphorus
269mg · 38% DV
Calcium
325mg · 33% DV
Potassium ⭐
213mg · 6% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 331 calories in 1 slice (medium) (125 g):
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Cheese and pickle pizza combines a baked pizza base with melted cheese and sliced pickles. Pizza originated in Italy, while this tangy topping is a more contemporary variation rather than a traditional Italian combination. The pickles bring a sharp, vinegary contrast to the rich, stretchy cheese.
It is usually served hot, by the slice or for sharing, as a casual lunch, dinner or snack. For English-speaking diners, it works well alongside a crisp salad; the cheese and pickles make the overall flavour quite salty, so extra salty sides may be unnecessary. The crust contributes much of the carbohydrate, while each 100 g provides 11.2 g of protein.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
6.38g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.25g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.88g
Omega 6:3 ratio 16.9:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (16.9:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.