Whole-Wheat Pizza

Whole-wheat pizza is a popular variation of the classic Italian dish, where the traditional refined flour dough is replaced with whole-wheat flour. This swap gives it a nuttier flavor and denser texture, while still featuring familiar toppings like tomato sauce, cheese, and a variety of vegetables or meats.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

It is a balanced source of carbohydrates, protein, and fat, with the whole-wheat crust providing significantly more dietary fiber, B vitamins, and minerals like magnesium and iron than a white-flour version. A typical slice (1/8 of a 12-inch pizza) generally contains between 200-300 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	285 kcal
Protein	12 g
Carbs	35 g
Fat	10 g
Fiber	4 g
Sugar	5 g
Sodium	580 mg
Calcium	150 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Potassium	200 mg
Vitamin A	45 mcg RAE
Vitamin C	4 mg
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)	0.3 mg
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)	0.2 mg
Folate	60 mcg DFE

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

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it represents a modern, health-conscious adaptation of a global comfort food, blending Italian culinary tradition with contemporary nutritional trends. Nutritionally, the whole grains help promote better digestion and provide a slower, more sustained release of energy compared to its refined counterpart.