Focaccia Pizza

Focaccia pizza is a delicious Italian-inspired dish that uses a thick, airy, and often dimpled focaccia bread as its base, topped with classic pizza ingredients like tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, and various toppings. It hails from Italy, where focaccia itself is a beloved flatbread from the Liguria region, and the pizza variation is a popular, hearty twist found in pizzerias and homes worldwide.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is typically high in carbohydrates from the bread base and fat from the cheese and olive oil, providing a good source of energy. A standard serving can range from 400 to 600 calories, with notable amounts of protein from the cheese and some vitamins from the tomato sauce and toppings.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	310 kcal
Protein	10 g
Carbs	38 g
Fat	12 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	4 g
Sodium	620 mg
Calcium	150 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Potassium	180 mg
Magnesium	25 mg
Phosphorus	120 mg
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)	0.3 mg
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)	0.2 mg
Folate	80 mcg

Per 1 piece (120 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, focaccia pizza represents a creative fusion of two iconic Italian staples, often enjoyed as a shareable, casual meal. Nutritionally, the focaccia base is known for its high olive oil content, which can offer heart-healthy monounsaturated fats compared to thinner pizza crusts.