Fast Food, Pizza Chain, 14" pizza, sausage topping, thin crust
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A classic thin-crust pizza from a major chain, topped with savory, crumbled sausage and a blend of melted cheeses. The crust is crisp and light, providing a satisfying crunch that contrasts with the rich, meaty topping. While indulgent, a single slice offers a solid protein boost to complement its carbohydrate and fat content.
💚 Why it's loved
People love it for the comforting, savory combination of salty sausage, gooey cheese, and the satisfying snap of a well-baked thin crust. It's a social food, perfect for sharing and customizing, deeply embedded in casual dining culture.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high sodium and saturated fat content can be problematic for those monitoring heart health or blood pressure. The refined carbs can cause a rapid blood-sugar spike. To counteract, pair a slice with a large side salad or non-starchy vegetables, practice portion control (stick to 1-2 slices), and choose water or unsweetened tea over sugary drinks.
Key benefits
- Provides a quick, calorie-dense energy source
- Offers a significant protein contribution per serving
- Thin crust reduces overall carbohydrate load versus deep-dish
- Sausage topping adds iron and B vitamins
- Highly convenient and widely available
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The sausage topping on chain pizzas is often a pre-cooked, finely ground blend specifically engineered for even melting and browning in high-speed conveyor ovens, not the coarser, fresh sausage you might find at an artisanal pizzeria.
Full nutrition (scales with serving)
| Water | 38.8 g |
| Energy | 321 kcal |
| Energy | 1342 kj |
| Protein | 13.4 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 17.7 g |
| Ash | 3.1 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 27.0 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 2.5 g |
| Total Sugars | 3.0 g |
| Sucrose | 0.30 g |
| Glucose | 0.65 g |
| Fructose | 0.82 g |
| Lactose | 0.47 g |
| Maltose | 0.68 g |
| Galactose | 0.10 g |
| Starch | 21.2 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 213 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 1.7 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 25.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 254 mg |
| Potassium, K | 225 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 782 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.5 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.10 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.30 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 18.6 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 2.1 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.23 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.15 mg |
| Niacin | 3.1 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.07 mg |
| Folate, total | 86.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 52.0 ug |
| Folate, food | 34.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 123 ug |
| Choline, total | 37.7 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.58 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 70.0 ug |
| Retinol | 59.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 140 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 429 iu |
| Lycopene | 1836 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 22.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 1.3 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 0.00 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 9.6 ug |
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 6.9 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.12 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.10 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.07 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.17 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.20 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.74 g |
| SFA 15:0 | 0.07 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 3.7 g |
| SFA 17:0 | 0.07 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 1.6 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.04 g |
| SFA 22:0 | 0.02 g |
| SFA 24:0 | 0.01 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 5.5 g |
| MUFA 14:1 | 0.06 g |
| MUFA 15:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.26 g |
| MUFA 16:1 c | 0.24 g |
| MUFA 17:1 | 0.03 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 5.1 g |
| MUFA 18:1 c | 4.9 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.09 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 c | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 24:1 c | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 3.9 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 3.4 g |
| PUFA 18:2 n-6 c,c | 3.3 g |
| PUFA 18:2 CLAs | 0.06 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.37 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-3 c,c,c (ALA) | 0.36 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-6 c,c,c | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:2 n-6 c,c | 0.05 g |
| PUFA 20:3 | 0.03 g |
| PUFA 20:3 n-3 | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 20:3 n-6 | 0.02 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.04 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 22:4 | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans | 0.30 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans-monoenoic | 0.22 g |
| TFA 16:1 t | 0.03 g |
| TFA 18:1 t | 0.20 g |
| TFA 22:1 t | 0.00 g |
| TFA 18:2 t not further defined | 0.07 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans-polyenoic | 0.07 g |
| Cholesterol | 36.0 mg |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
FAQ
Is thin crust pizza healthier than deep dish?
Generally, yes. Thin crust contains fewer calories and carbohydrates per slice than a thick, deep-dish or pan crust of the same diameter, making it a lighter option.
What's the main protein source on this pizza?
The primary protein comes from the pork sausage topping and the mozzarella cheese, with a smaller contribution from the wheat flour in the crust.
How can I make this a more balanced meal?
Limit yourself to one or two slices and pair them with a large, fiber-rich side salad with a light vinaigrette to add volume, nutrients, and help manage blood sugar response.