Artichoke Heart Pizza
Artichoke Heart Pizza is a gourmet variation of the classic Italian pizza, featuring tender, marinated or grilled artichoke hearts as a primary topping, often combined with ingredients like garlic, mozzarella, and herbs. It originated in Italy, where artichokes are a beloved ingredient, and has gained popularity in Mediterranean-inspired cuisine worldwide.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This pizza is typically moderate in carbohydrates from the crust, with a good source of protein from cheese and some fat from olive oil or toppings. Key nutrients include fiber, vitamins C and K from artichokes, and calcium from cheese, with a rough calorie count of 250-350 per slice depending on size and ingredients.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 320 kcal |
| Protein | 14 g |
| Carbs | 34 g |
| Fat | 15 g |
| Fiber | 4 g |
| Sugar | 3 g |
| Sodium | 680 mg |
| Calcium | 200 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Potassium | 210 mg |
| Vitamin A | 90 mcg RAE |
| Vitamin C | 6 mg |
| Vitamin K | 18 mcg |
| Folate | 65 mcg DFE |
| Phosphorus | 160 mg |
Per 1 slice (140 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Artichokes are nutritionally unique for their high antioxidant content and potential digestive benefits, making this pizza a flavorful way to incorporate a nutrient-dense vegetable into a familiar comfort food.
