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Classic pizza dough topped with tomato sauce and cheese.
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CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 slice (medium) of Cheese pizza (80 g) has 212 calories. That works out to 265 calories per 100 g. It contains 26.4 g of carbs, 8.8 g of protein, 8 g of fat and 1.8 g of fiber. Its 440 mg of Sodium covers 19% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 60 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Cheese pizza is made with a yeasted dough base, tomato sauce and a layer of cheese baked until melted and lightly browned. The Turkish-style version uses kaşar, a mild, slightly salty cheese that turns soft and stretchy in the oven.
Serve it hot, cut into slices, as a casual meal or something to share; a green salad makes a fresh contrast to the rich topping. Its dough provides most of the carbohydrates, while the cheese contributes protein and fat, so it is filling rather than especially light. A 100 g portion has 265 kcal. For a lighter plate, pair a slice with vegetables or salad, or choose a thinner crust.
Selected: 100 g
265
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
33g
· 12% DV
Protein
11g
· 22% DV
Fat
10g
· 13% DV
Fiber
2.2g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 50% · Protein 17% · Fat 33%
Vitamins
B12
0.5µg · 21% DV
B2
0.22mg · 17% DV
Biotin
5µg · 17% DV
Vitamin A
120µg · 13% DV
Minerals
Sodium
550mg · 24% DV
Phosphorus
150mg · 21% DV
Calcium
180mg · 18% DV
Selenium
10µg · 18% DV
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 265 calories in 100 g:
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
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
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
4.5g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.2g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (8:1).
A classic cheese pizza has pizza dough, tomato sauce and melted cheese, usually mozzarella. Recipes vary: some add other cheeses or herbs, while a plain cheese pizza does not need meat or extra toppings.
Spread tomato sauce over pizza dough, add grated cheese and bake in a very hot oven until the crust is browned and the cheese is bubbling. Avoid piling on too much sauce, which can leave the centre soggy.
Low-moisture mozzarella is a popular choice for cheese pizza because it melts evenly and stretches well. A little Parmesan or another flavorful cheese can add depth, but too much can make the topping oily or overpowering.
Cheese pizza is a broad style topped with tomato sauce and cheese, while a traditional Margherita is specifically made with tomato, mozzarella and basil. Margherita’s basil and mozzarella distinguish it from a basic cheese pizza.
Cheese pizza can look oily when fat separates from the cheese as it melts, especially if it is baked too long or topped heavily. Use a moderate amount of cheese and take it out once the cheese is melted and lightly browned.
Refrigerate leftover cheese pizza in a covered container once it has cooled, and eat it within three to four days. Don’t leave it at room temperature for more than two hours; reheat slices until hot throughout.
Yes, cheese pizza freezes well. Wrap slices separately or place them in an airtight container, then reheat from frozen in an oven or toaster oven for a firmer crust than microwaving usually gives.
Reheat cheese pizza in a covered skillet over medium-low heat until the base is crisp and the cheese has melted. For several slices, use an oven; a microwave heats quickly but can soften the crust.
A crisp green salad, roasted vegetables or a bowl of soup pairs well with cheese pizza. Their freshness and lighter texture balance the rich, melted cheese without competing with its simple flavor.
Cheese pizza can be vegetarian, but some cheeses are made with animal rennet. If you avoid animal-derived rennet, choose a cheese made with microbial or vegetarian rennet; the pizza’s other toppings matter too.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.