Pizza, cheese, with vegetables, from restaurant or fast food, thin crust
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This is a thin, crispy slice of cheese pizza loaded with colorful vegetables like bell peppers, onions, and mushrooms, offering a satisfying crunch with every bite. The light crust provides a delicate base that lets the savory tomato sauce, melted mozzarella, and fresh vegetable flavors shine through. At 234 kcal per 100g, it's a relatively lighter pizza option, packing 9.96g of protein and 2.2g of fiber to help keep you full.
💚 Why it's loved
People adore it for the perfect textural contrast between the crisp, cracker-like crust and the soft, melted cheese, all brightened by the fresh taste of vegetables. It's a beloved, customizable classic that feels both comforting and slightly virtuous, making it a go-to for a quick, flavorful meal.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The thin crust can be high in refined carbs, potentially leading to blood-sugar spikes, and restaurant versions are often high in sodium. To counteract this, pair a slice with a side salad dressed in olive oil to add healthy fats and fiber, or choose a portion of one or two slices and supplement with lean protein like grilled chicken.
Key benefits
- Provides a good source of protein from cheese and vegetables.
- Contains dietary fiber from vegetable toppings.
- Offers a lighter, lower-calorie alternative to deep-dish or meat-loaded pizzas.
- Vegetables add vitamins and minerals like vitamin C and potassium.
- The thin crust can mean a lower glycemic load per slice compared to thick crust.
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The thin crust style is often associated with Roman pizza (pizza tonda), which is baked in a wood-fired oven at very high heat for just a couple of minutes, creating its signature crispness.
Full nutrition (scales with serving)
| Water | 49.7 g |
| Energy | 234 kcal |
| Protein | 10.0 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 8.4 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 29.9 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 2.2 g |
| Total Sugars | 3.6 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 164 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 2.2 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 22.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 190 mg |
| Potassium, K | 171 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 465 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.2 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.10 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 17.2 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 5.9 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.34 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.17 mg |
| Niacin | 3.3 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.09 mg |
| Folate, total | 82.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 45.0 ug |
| Folate, food | 36.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 113 ug |
| Choline, total | 15.1 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.36 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 61.0 ug |
| Retinol | 52.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 97.0 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 2.0 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 1.0 ug |
| Lycopene | 1648 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 79.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.75 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 6.5 ug |
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 3.8 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.09 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.07 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.05 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.12 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.15 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.52 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 2.0 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.74 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 2.2 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.10 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 2.1 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.03 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 1.5 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 1.3 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.15 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 15.0 mg |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
FAQ
Is thin crust pizza healthier than thick crust?
Generally, yes. A thin crust has fewer carbohydrates and calories per slice than a thick or deep-dish crust, which can help with portion control and blood sugar management.
How can I make this pizza at home to be even healthier?
Use a whole-wheat or cauliflower crust, load up on extra vegetables, use part-skim mozzarella, and control the amount of added salt in the sauce.
What's the best way to reheat leftover thin crust pizza?
For the crispiest result, reheat slices in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, or in an oven or toaster oven at 375°F (190°C) for 5-7 minutes. Avoid the microwave, which makes the crust soggy.