White pizza, cheese, with meat and vegetables, thin crust
Common food
This is a white pizza, a variation that skips the traditional tomato sauce in favor of a rich, creamy base, often made with garlic, olive oil, or a béchamel. The thin, crispy crust provides a satisfying crunch, while a generous layer of melted cheese—typically mozzarella—creates a gooey, savory blanket. Topped with a savory mix of meats like sausage or pepperoni and colorful vegetables, it offers a balanced bite with a notable protein boost (12g per 100g) and a moderate calorie count for a pizza.
Calorie split: 18% protein · 31% carbs · 51% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for the pure, unadulterated flavor of cheese and garlic, which shines without the acidity of tomato sauce. It's a versatile canvas that pairs beautifully with a wide range of toppings, making it a popular choice for customizing a personal favorite.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The combination of refined flour crust, high-fat cheese, and processed meats can lead to a high sodium and saturated fat content, potentially causing bloating or blood sugar spikes. To counteract this, opt for a side salad with vinaigrette to add fiber, choose leaner meats like grilled chicken, and practice portion control by pairing a slice with a protein-rich food.
Key benefits
- Good source of protein for muscle maintenance
- Contains calcium from cheese for bone health
- Thin crust can reduce overall calorie intake vs. deep-dish
- Vegetable toppings add fiber and micronutrients
- Provides quick energy from carbohydrates
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The classic white pizza, or 'pizza bianca,' is a traditional street food in Rome, often sold by weight from large rectangular trays and folded over for eating on the go.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 49.3 g |
| Energy | 272 kcal |
| Protein | 12.1 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 15.3 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 21.1 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 1.0 g |
| Total Sugars | 2.8 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 199 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 1.6 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 21.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 182 mg |
| Potassium, K | 165 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 548 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.5 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.07 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 16.0 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 4.4 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.23 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.27 mg |
| Niacin | 2.7 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.14 mg |
| Folate, total | 40.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 24.0 ug |
| Folate, food | 39.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 57.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 19.7 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.40 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 56.0 ug |
| Retinol | 54.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 16.0 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 2.0 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 43.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 1.2 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.30 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 3.4 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 5.8 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.10 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.09 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.05 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.13 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.15 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.58 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 3.2 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 1.3 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 6.3 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.27 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 6.1 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.07 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 1.8 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 1.6 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.12 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 | 32.0 mg |
FAQ
What makes a pizza 'white'?
A white pizza (pizza bianca) omits the traditional tomato sauce base. Instead, it typically uses a base of olive oil and garlic, a creamy béchamel sauce, or simply a generous layer of cheese.
Is thin crust healthier than thick crust?
Generally, a thin crust pizza has fewer calories and carbohydrates per slice than a thick or deep-dish crust of the same diameter, as it uses less dough. However, overall healthiness still depends heavily on toppings and portion size.
What are common toppings for a white pizza?
Common toppings include ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses, garlic, spinach, mushrooms, prosciutto, sausage, and fresh herbs like basil or oregano after baking.
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 2.72 kcal/g · 18% calories from protein · 1.0 g fiber · 2.8 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: 3.32 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.