Apple and Sausage Pizza

Apple and sausage pizza is a savory-sweet fusion dish that combines the richness of Italian pizza with the comforting flavors of a fall harvest. It typically features a pizza base topped with tomato sauce or a creamy white sauce, mozzarella cheese, sliced apples (often tart varieties like Granny Smith), and cooked sausage, frequently seasoned with herbs like sage or rosemary. This creative twist is popular in North American home cooking and casual dining, especially during autumn months.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This pizza is generally high in carbohydrates from the crust and apples, and contains significant fat and protein from the sausage and cheese. Key nutrients include vitamin C and fiber from the apples, along with iron and B vitamins from the sausage, with a rough calorie estimate of 300-400 calories per standard slice.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	380 kcal
Protein	14 g
Carbs	42 g
Fat	16 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	10 g
Sodium	780 mg
Potassium	250 mg
Calcium	180 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Vitamin A	45 mcg
Vitamin C	4 mg
Vitamin B12	0.5 mcg
Phosphorus	150 mg
Selenium	18 mcg

Per 1 slice (150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it represents a modern, creative twist on traditional pizza, blending Italian techniques with North American ingredients and seasonal eating habits. Nutritionally, the addition of apples introduces natural sweetness, fiber, and antioxidants, which can balance the richness of the sausage and cheese.