Pizza al Formaggio

Pizza al Formaggio is a classic Italian cheese pizza, originating from Naples. It features a simple yet flavorful combination of a soft, airy dough base topped generously with melted mozzarella cheese, often with a light brush of olive oil and a sprinkle of oregano.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in both carbohydrates from the dough and fats from the cheese, providing a good source of protein and calcium. A typical serving contains roughly 250-350 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	310 kcal
Protein	13.5 g
Carbs	34 g
Fat	13 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	4 g
Sodium	680 mg
Calcium	250 mg
Phosphorus	180 mg
Vitamin B12	1.2 mcg
Riboflavin (B2)	0.3 mg
Selenium	15 mcg
Vitamin A	120 mcg RAE
Iron	2.1 mg
Zinc	1.8 mg

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

💡 What's interesting

It represents the pure, essential form of pizza, focusing on the quality of just a few ingredients, and is often considered the true benchmark for a pizzaiolo's skill in balancing texture and flavor.