Margherita Pizza

Margherita Pizza is a classic Neapolitan pizza featuring a thin crust topped with San Marzano tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil, and extra-virgin olive oil. Originating from Naples, Italy, it is celebrated for its simplicity and the vibrant colors of the Italian flag.

🍳 View the full Margherita Pizza recipe →

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This pizza is moderately high in carbohydrates from the crust and fat from the cheese and olive oil, while providing protein from the mozzarella. A typical slice contains around 250-300 calories, offering calcium, vitamin C, and lycopene.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	272 kcal
Protein	12 g
Carbs	33 g
Fat	10 g
Fiber	2.3 g
Sugar	4.5 g
Sodium	598 mg
Calcium	201 mg
Iron	2.3 mg
Potassium	174 mg
Vitamin A	74 µg
Vitamin C	3.6 mg
Vitamin B12	0.5 µg
Phosphorus	169 mg
Selenium	14.7 µg

Per 1 slice (107 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The Margherita Pizza was famously created in 1889 to honor Queen Margherita of Savoy, with its ingredients representing the red, white, and green of the Italian flag. Its minimalist design emphasizes the quality of each ingredient, making it a benchmark for authentic Italian cuisine.