Pizza, with meat, gluten-free thick crust
Common food
This is a hearty, gluten-free pizza featuring a thick, chewy crust topped with savory meats like pepperoni or sausage. The crust offers a satisfying, bready texture without wheat, while the meat provides a rich, salty, umami punch. Nutritionally, it delivers a solid protein boost alongside its carbohydrate and fat content.
Calorie split: 14% protein · 37% carbs · 49% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People adore it for delivering the classic, comforting pizza experience—crispy edges, melted cheese, and savory meat—without the gluten. It's a versatile crowd-pleaser that satisfies cravings while accommodating dietary restrictions.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The thick crust and processed meat can lead to blood sugar spikes and high sodium intake. To counteract this, pair a smaller slice with a large side salad to increase fiber and slow digestion, and ensure the rest of your day's meals are lower in sodium and refined carbs.
Key benefits
- High-quality protein from meat toppings
- Gluten-free base suitable for celiac or gluten-sensitive diets
- Provides quick energy from carbohydrates
- Contains dietary fiber for digestive health
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The world's largest gluten-free pizza was made in Italy in 2016, measuring over 130 square meters—roughly the size of a basketball court.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 47.0 g |
| Energy | 280 kcal |
| Protein | 9.5 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 15.2 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 26.1 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 2.5 g |
| Total Sugars | 2.9 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 200 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 1.7 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 16.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 148 mg |
| Potassium, K | 140 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 568 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.3 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.07 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 8.7 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.20 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.21 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.38 mg |
| Niacin | 2.7 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.12 mg |
| Folate, total | 21.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 21.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 21.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 19.2 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.33 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 41.0 ug |
| Retinol | 38.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 41.0 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Lycopene | 1342 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 20.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 1.5 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.20 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 3.1 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 5.0 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.07 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.06 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.05 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.10 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.11 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.44 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 2.9 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 1.1 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 6.6 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.24 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 6.0 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.07 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 1.5 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 1.4 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.08 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.03 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 25.0 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
Estimated from Fast Food, Pizza Chain, 14" pizza, cheese topping, stuffed crust — USDA does not publish this profile for Pizza.
| Tryptophan | 0.12 g |
| Threonine | 0.39 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.57 g |
| Leucine | 1.1 g |
| Lysine | 0.59 g |
| Methionine | 0.27 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.64 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.40 g |
| Valine | 0.71 g |
| Arginine | 0.44 g |
| Histidine | 0.32 g |
| Alanine | 0.38 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.81 g |
| Glutamic acid | 3.4 g |
| Glycine | 0.31 g |
| Proline | 1.7 g |
| Serine | 0.58 g |
| Hydroxyproline | 0.00 g |
FAQ
Is gluten-free pizza crust healthier?
Not necessarily. While it avoids gluten, the crust is often made from refined starches like rice or potato flour, which can have a similar glycemic impact to regular wheat crust. The nutritional value depends on the specific ingredients used.
How can I make it more nutritious?
Load it with vegetable toppings like bell peppers, spinach, or mushrooms to add fiber, vitamins, and volume. Opt for leaner meats like grilled chicken or turkey, and consider a thin crust to reduce overall carbohydrate load.
Does the meat topping add significant protein?
Yes, a 100g serving provides about 9.5g of protein, primarily from the meat and cheese. This makes it a more satiating option compared to a plain cheese pizza.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 2.80 kcal/g · 14% calories from protein · 2.5 g fiber · 2.9 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 4.06 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.