Pizza: the indulgent original vs a healthy version
2026-11-05 · 6 min read · Get Lean Today
I have pizza once a week and don't feel guilty about it. A thin tortilla instead of thick dough and chicken instead of pepperoni takes it from 800 to about 400 kcal. Flavour comes from the tomato paste and well-browned cheese.
Original · 300 g
810 kcal
Protein 34 · Fat 34 · Carbs 92
Healthy version · you save 390
420 kcal
Protein 36 · Fat 12 · Carbs 42
Approximate macros per serving
Why the original is so heavy
Thick dough, lots of cheese and pepperoni.
Gram by gram: usual recipe vs my version
Per serving. This is where the calories actually go.
| Usual | kcal | My version | kcal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yeast dough, 150 g | 400 | Whole-wheat tortilla, 60 g | 180 |
| Tomato sauce, 30 g | 20 | Tomato paste + oregano, 30 g | 25 |
| Mozzarella, 70 g | 210 | Light mozzarella, 50 g | 85 |
| Pepperoni, 40 g | 200 | Chicken breast, 80 g | 90 |
| — | Peppers, mushrooms, spinach, 100 g | 30 | |
| Total | 830 | you save 420 | 410 |
Reference values, rounded to 5 kcal. Brands differ — check the label.
Ingredients
- Whole-wheat tortilla60 g
- Tomato paste + oregano30 g
- Light mozzarella50 g
- Chicken breast80 g
- Peppers, mushrooms, spinach100 g
How to make it
- Spread tomato paste on the tortilla.
- Top with chicken and vegetables.
- Sprinkle with cheese.
- Bake 8–10 minutes at 220 °C / 430 °F.
Tip: More vegetables means more volume for the same calories.
Mistakes I made so you don't have to
- Piling on raw mushrooms makes the base soggy.
- Pre-shredded mozzarella has starch and melts worse.
Storing
Keeps a day in the fridge; reheat 3 minutes in an air fryer to stay crisp.
How to log it
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FAQ
- How many calories are in regular pizza?
- About 810 kcal per 300 g serving.
- Can I eat it while dieting?
- Yes. The healthy version saves about 390 kcal and has more protein, so it fits a deficit easily.
- How do I count my own portion?
- Snap a photo in Get Lean Today and calories and macros are counted for you.