Gluten-Free Margherita Pizza

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Gluten-Free Margherita Pizza is a classic Italian-style pizza adapted for gluten-free diets, featuring a thin, crispy crust made from alternative flours like rice or almond flour. It is topped with simple, fresh ingredients: tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, fresh basil leaves, and a drizzle of olive oil. This dish originates from Naples, Italy, where the traditional Margherita pizza was created to represent the colors of the Italian flag.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is moderate in carbohydrates from the gluten-free crust and cheese, with a good amount of protein from the mozzarella and healthy fats from olive oil. It provides key nutrients like calcium, vitamin C, and lycopene from the tomatoes, with a rough calorie estimate of 250-350 kcal per typical serving.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	300 kcal
Protein	12 g
Carbs	30 g
Fat	15 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	3 g
Sodium	600 mg
Calcium	200 mg
Vitamin C	8 mg
Lycopene	3 mg
Potassium	250 mg
Iron	1.5 mg
Vitamin A	50 mcg
Phosphorus	180 mg
Selenium	6 mcg

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

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, the Margherita pizza is a symbol of Italian culinary simplicity and national pride, while nutritionally, the gluten-free version makes this iconic dish accessible to those with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity without sacrificing its classic flavor profile.