Pear and Gorgonzola Pizza

Pear and Gorgonzola pizza is a gourmet, sweet-and-savory flatbread originating from Italian culinary traditions. It typically features a base of pizza dough topped with creamy Gorgonzola cheese, thinly sliced pears, and often includes complementary ingredients like walnuts, arugula, or a drizzle of honey.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This pizza is generally high in carbohydrates from the crust and fat from the cheese, with a moderate amount of protein. A standard serving provides a good source of calcium and dietary fiber, with a calorie count that can range from 300 to 500 per slice depending on the recipe and portion size.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	380 kcal
Protein	14 g
Carbs	42 g
Fat	18 g
Fiber	2.5 g
Sugar	8 g
Sodium	820 mg
Calcium	200 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Potassium	210 mg
Vitamin A	120 mcg RAE
Vitamin C	4 mg
Phosphorus	180 mg
Vitamin K	8 mcg
Selenium	15 mcg

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

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, this dish showcases the Italian principle of balancing contrasting flavors and textures, such as the creamy, pungent cheese against the sweet, juicy fruit. Nutritionally, the combination offers a unique blend of antioxidants from the pears and probiotics from the aged cheese, making it a more complex and flavorful alternative to traditional savory pizzas.