White Pizza with Spinach and Garlic
White Pizza with Spinach and Garlic is a savory, creamy pizza variation that skips the traditional tomato sauce in favor of a rich base of garlic-infused olive oil, ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese. Fresh spinach is often wilted or layered on top before baking, creating a vibrant contrast to the golden, bubbly cheese. This style of pizza is widely popular in Italian-American cuisine, particularly in pizzerias across the United States.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is generally high in fat and calories due to the generous use of cheese and oil, while also providing a good amount of protein from the dairy. A typical slice can range from 250 to 400 calories, with spinach contributing valuable vitamins like A, C, and K, as well as iron and fiber.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Protein | 14 g |
| Carbs | 32 g |
| Fat | 18 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 2 g |
| Sodium | 600 mg |
| Calcium | 250 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Potassium | 200 mg |
| Vitamin A | 120 mcg RAE |
| Vitamin C | 8 mg |
| Vitamin K | 80 mcg |
| Folate | 60 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 180 mg |
Per 1 slice (approx. 140 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The 'white pizza' (pizza bianca) tradition dates back to ancient Rome, where flatbreads were baked with olive oil and herbs, long before tomatoes were introduced to Italian cooking. Nutritionally, the absence of tomato sauce means this pizza is lower in acidity, which can be easier on sensitive stomachs, while the garlic and spinach add layers of flavor and antioxidants without extra sugar.
