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Fiber-rich cheesy open-faced pizza
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (medium) of Rye bread pizza (110 g) has 257 calories. That works out to 234 calories per 100 g. It contains 31.8 g of carbs, 13 g of protein, 9.6 g of fat and 4.5 g of fiber. Its 23.1 µg of Selenium covers 42% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 53 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 110 g
257
KCAL / 110G
Carbs
31.8g
· 12% DV
Protein
13g
· 26% DV
Fat
9.6g
· 12% DV
Fiber
4.5g
· 16% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 48% · Protein 20% · Fat 32%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 257 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9.6 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 4.62 g | 23% |
| Trans fat | 0.13 g | |
| Sodium | 572 mg | 25% |
| Total carbohydrate | 31.8 g | 12% |
| Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% |
| Protein | 13 g | 26% |
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) | 110 g | 257 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 65 g | 152 kcal |
| 1 slice (small) | 90 g | 211 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 234 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 145 g | 339 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 160 g | 374 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 220 g | 515 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 250 g | 585 kcal |
| 1 serving (triple) | 330 g | 772 kcal |
Calculated from 234 calories per 100 g.
To make rye bread pizza, spread a thin layer of tomato sauce over rye bread, add cheese and toppings, then bake until the cheese melts and the edges crisp. Toasting the bread briefly before adding toppings helps it hold its shape.
Rye bread pizza works well with mozzarella, tomato, mushrooms, roasted peppers, olives, or sliced onion. Rye has a robust, slightly earthy flavor, so a few well-matched toppings usually work better than piling on many competing flavors.
Toast the rye bread lightly before assembling the pizza, and use only a thin layer of sauce. Pat watery vegetables dry or cook them first. These steps keep moisture from soaking into the bread while the cheese and toppings heat through.
Yes, rye bread pizza can be cooked in an air fryer. Put the topped slices in a single layer and cook until the cheese melts and the toppings are hot. Keep the toppings balanced so the lightweight bread does not shift in the circulating air.
Rye bread pizza is a kind of pizza toast, but its rye base gives it a denser texture and a more pronounced flavor than versions made with white sandwich bread. Both use bread instead of pizza dough and can be topped and baked quickly.
Yes, rye bread pizza can be made without tomato sauce. Try a thin layer of pesto, soft cheese, or olive oil instead, then add toppings that complement rye, such as mushrooms, onions, or roasted vegetables. Avoid wet spreads that can soften the bread.
Yes, pumpernickel can be used for rye bread pizza because it is a type of rye bread. Its darker color and stronger, slightly sweet flavor pair well with savory toppings such as mushrooms, sharp cheese, or caramelized onions.
Rye bread pizza usually needs only a short bake: take it out when the cheese has melted and the bread edges are crisp. The exact time varies with slice thickness and oven heat, so watch it closely rather than treating it like a raw-dough pizza.
Yes, you can freeze rye bread pizza, though the bread may be softer after thawing. Freeze cooled slices separately or with parchment between them in a sealed container. Reheat them in an oven or air fryer for a crisper base.
Rye bread pizza can make a filling lunch, especially when you add a substantial topping such as beans, mushrooms, or vegetables alongside cheese. Pairing it with a salad or soup makes a more complete meal without relying on extra bread.
Vitamins
B12
0.68µg · 28% DV
B1
0.26mg · 22% DV
B3
3.08mg · 19% DV
B2
0.24mg · 18% DV
Minerals
Selenium
23µg · 42% DV
Phosphorus
277mg · 40% DV
Manganese
0.79mg · 34% DV
Sodium
572mg · 25% DV
Potassium ⭐
235mg · 7% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 257 calories in 1 slice (medium) (110 g):
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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.
Rye bread pizza swaps a slice of rye bread for traditional pizza dough, turning it into a quick, open-faced meal or snack. It is usually topped with tomato sauce, cheese and whatever vegetables, olives or other toppings are on hand, then baked or cooked in a pan until the cheese melts.
The bread’s earthy, slightly tangy flavour works well with savoury toppings. Serve it hot for a simple lunch, an easy supper or a snack; a green salad makes a fresh side. Rye bread pizza provides fibre alongside protein from the cheese. For a lighter version, use a little less cheese and add extra vegetables.
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
4.62g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.48g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.63g
Omega 6:3 ratio 13.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (13.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.