Calories in Pizza Sandwiches

📏 Serving Size: 1 SANDWICH (127.0g)

🧪 Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving
  • Calories 279.4
  • Total Fat 8.0 g
  • Saturated Fat 4.0 g
  • Cholesterol 25.4 mg
  • Sodium 420.4 mg
  • Potassium 0.0 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate 42.0 g
  • Dietary Fiber 1.0 g
  • Sugars 5.0 g
  • Protein 10.0 g
Vitamins & Minerals
  • Vitamin A 299.7 IU
  • Vitamin B-12 0.0 µg
  • Vitamin B-6 0.0 mg
  • Vitamin C 1.1 mg
  • Vitamin D 0.0 IU
  • Vitamin E 0.0 mg
  • Calcium 199.4 mg
  • Copper 0.0 mg
  • Folate 0.0 µg
  • Iron 2.7 mg
  • Magnesium 0.0 mg
  • Manganese 0.0 mg
  • Niacin 0.0 mg
  • Pantothenic Acid 0.0 mg
  • Phosphorus 0.0 mg
  • Riboflavin 0.0 mg
  • Thiamin 0.0 mg
  • Zinc 0.0 mg

Note: Nutrition information comes from the USDA Food Central Database. Daily values are based on a 2,000 calorie per day diet (FDA). Actual requirements vary by individual. Use at your own risk.

📋 Nutrition Summary

With 279.4 calories per serving (1 SANDWICH (127.0g)), Pizza Sandwiches is a moderately calorie-dense food worth tracking if you're managing your intake. Carbohydrates are the primary energy source at 42.0g per serving (60% of calories). It provides a noteworthy 199.4mg of calcium (15% DV), contributing to bone and dental health.

📝 Ingredients

Enriched Flour (wheat Flour, Malted Barley Flour, Niacin, Iron, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Water, Reduced Sodium Low Fat Mozzarella (low Fat Mozzarella Cheese [pasteurized Part-Skim Milk, Cultures, Salt, Enzymes], Nonfat Milk, Modified Food Starch*, Potassium Chloride*, *ingredients Not in Regular Mozzarella Cheese), Tomato Paste, Pepperoni (pork, Salt, Spices, Dextrose, Lactic Acid Starter Culture, Oleoresin of Paprika, Sodium Ascorbate, Natural Smoke Flavor, Flavoring, Sodium Nitrite, Pork Stock, Citric Acid), Reduced Fat Mozzarella Cheese (pasteurized Part Skim Milk, Nonfat Milk, Modified Food Starch*, Cultures, Salt, Vitamin a Palmitate, Enzymes, *ingredients Not in Regular Mozzarella Cheese), Sugar, 2% or Less of Margarine (palm Oil, Water, Soybean Oil, Sugar, Mono & Diglycerides, Soybean Lecithin, Potassium Sorbate and Citric Acid [preservatives], Annatto and Turmeric Color, Vitamin a Palmitate Added), Modified Food Starch, Seasoning (bread Crumb [bleached Wheat Flour, Dextrose, Yeast, Salt], Dried Garlic, Tomato Powder, Spice, Salt, Dextrose, Dried Onion, Maltodextrin, Citric Acid, Natural Flavor), Parmesan and Asiago Cheese Blend with Flavor (parmesan & Asiago Cheeses [cultured Milk, Salt, Enzymes], Enzyme Modified Parmesan Cheese [cultured Milk, Water, Salt, Enzymes], Whey, Salt), Fractionated Palm Oil, Enriched Flour (wheat Flour, Niacin, Reduced Iron, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Egg Yolks, Dough Conditioner Blend (calcium Sulfate, Salt, L-Cysteine Hydrochloride, Garlic Powder, Tricalcium Phosphate, Enzymes), Yeast, Salt, Dough Conditioner (distilled Monoglycerides with Ascorbic Acid and Citric Acid [antioxidants]), Dried Garlic, Whey, Soy Lecithin, Dried Onions, Parmesan Cheese (milk, Cheese Cultures, Salt, Enzymes), Flavoring (yeast Extract, Salt), Methylcellulose, Potassium Chloride, Spices, Soybean Oil, Maltodextrin, Basil, Oregano, Silicon Dioxide, Red Pepper Flakes, Cayenne Red Pepper, Soy Flour, Egg White.

🔬 Ingredient Analysis

⚠️ Artificial Preservatives ⚠️ Emulsifiers / Stabilisers ⚠️ Flavour Enhancers ℹ️ Fortified / Enriched

Artificial Preservatives: Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Nitrite

Emulsifiers / Stabilisers: Monoglycerides, Diglycerides, Distilled Monoglycerides, Methylcellulose, Lecithin, Soy Lecithin, Modified Food Starch

Flavour Enhancers: Yeast Extract

Fortification / Enrichment Agents: Reduced Iron, Niacin, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid, Vitamin A Palmitate, Tricalcium Phosphate, Ascorbic Acid, Sodium Ascorbate

Detected additives are based on the ingredient list in the USDA Food Central Database. Always read the full product label as formulations can change. Presence of these ingredients does not necessarily indicate a health risk — consult a healthcare professional for personalised dietary advice. Fortification agents are synthetic vitamins or minerals added to restore nutrients lost during processing or to boost nutritional content. They are added for public health reasons and are widely considered safe.

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📊 % Daily Value

The following shows how one serving of Pizza Sandwiches contributes to the recommended daily intake for key nutrients, based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutrient Amount % Daily Value
Calories279.4 kcal14%
Total Fat8.0 g10%
Saturated Fat4.0 g20%
Cholesterol25.4 mg8%
Sodium420.4 mg18%
Total Carbohydrate42.0 g15%
Dietary Fiber1.0 g4%
Total Sugars5.0 g10%
Protein10.0 g20%
Vitamin A299.7 IU6%
Vitamin C1.1 mg1%
Calcium199.4 mg15%
Iron2.7 mg15%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. ✅ marks ≥20% DV (FDA "good source" threshold); ⭐ marks ≥100% DV (a full day's value).

🔥 Calorie Analysis

Pizza Sandwiches accounts for 14% of a standard 2,000 calorie daily diet per serving. The majority of the calories for this food comes from carbohydrates. Carbohydrates make up 60% of the calories.

Fat 25.7%
Carbs 60%
Fat 25.7% Carbs 60% Protein 14.3%

🏃 Exercise Burn Time

How long would it take to burn off the 279.4 calories in Pizza Sandwiches? The table below shows burn time for a 170-pound person doing common exercises.

Exercise Minutes to Burn
Running: 10 minutes per mile 21.1 min
Walking: 17 minutes per mile 48.2 min
Cycling (Low Intensity) 30.6 min
HIIT 25.9 min
Cross-country Skiing 34.9 min

Find more information on calories burned doing popular exercises.

💬 Nutrition Q&A: Pizza Sandwiches

Is Pizza Sandwiches good for weight loss?

At 279 calories per sandwich with only 10g of protein, this isn't ideal for weight loss since protein helps you feel full longer. The 42g of carbs and relatively low fiber (1g) means it won't keep you satisfied for very long, making it easy to overeat.

Is Pizza Sandwiches good for muscle building?

With just 10g of protein per sandwich, you'd need to eat several to meet typical protein requirements for muscle building. While the bread provides some amino acids, this isn't a protein-focused food and would work better as a side rather than a main protein source.

Is Pizza Sandwiches good fuel for endurance activities?

The carbs here are primarily from refined flour rather than whole grains, which makes them less ideal for sustained endurance activities. You'd get quick energy initially, but the low fiber and lack of complex carbs mean you won't have steady fuel for long workouts.

How might Pizza Sandwiches affect blood sugar?

With 42g of carbs, minimal fiber, and added sugars from both the dough and toppings, this sandwich will cause a fairly rapid blood sugar spike. The refined grain base offers little to slow digestion, so expect a quick rise followed by a drop in energy.

What should I watch out for with Pizza Sandwiches?

The sodium content at 420mg per sandwich is moderate but adds up quickly if you eat more than one. The refined grain base with minimal fiber and 5g of added sugar means this will spike and crash your energy relatively fast.

Nutrition Q&A answers are based on USDA nutritional data and are for general informational purposes only. They are not a substitute for professional dietary or medical advice.

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