Daiya Dairy-Free Fire-Roasted Vegetable Pizza
Why It Scored This Way
A mixed nutrition profile and more processed formulation give this product some useful qualities, but also meaningful limitations.
- Fiber
- Saturated Fat
- Protein
- Sodium
Verdict
Daiya Pizza, Gluten-Free, Thin Crust, Fire-Roasted Vegetable is a frozen plant-based meal featuring a variety of roasted toppings. Its main strength is a meaningful amount of fiber, while its main tradeoff is high sodium. Overall, it is a specialized option for those requiring a gluten-free and dairy-free pizza experience.
How to Use This
Best included occasionally, a few times per month, within a balanced diet and in controlled portions. Pair it with a fresh side salad or steamed broccoli to create a more balanced meal.
Nutrition Overview
The profile shows a significant amount of salt relative to the serving size, alongside moderate saturated fat. While it provides some fiber, the protein content is minimal.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 260 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 10g | 13% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | — |
| Sodium | 420mg | 18% |
| Total Carbs | 40g | 15% |
| Dietary Fiber | 3g | 11% |
| Total Sugars | 3g | — |
| Added Sugars | 1g | 2% |
| Protein | 3g | — |
| Vitamin D | 0mcg | 0% |
| Calcium | 357mg | 25% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 265mg | 6% |
Ingredient Analysis
The pizza is built from a base of tapioca and rice starches with a topping of bell peppers, onions, and tomatoes. The formulation relies on industrial gums and refined starches in the crust and oat-based cheese to maintain structure and texture.
Ingredients
Gluten-Free Crust (Water, Tapioca Starch, Rice Flour, Potato Starch, Chickpea Flour, Milled Flaxseed, Rice Starch, Olive Oil, Cane Sugar, Yeast, Inulin, Psyllium, Salt, Xanthan Gum, Locust Bean Gum), Tomato Sauce (Water, Tomato Paste, Olive Oil, Salt, Spices, Garlic Powder), Dairy-Free Mozzarella Shreds (Daiya Oat Cream Blend (Water, Gluten-Free Oat Flour, Pea Protein), Tapioca Starch, Coconut Oil, Safflower Oil, Calcium Phosphate, Natural Flavors, Corn Starch, Salt, Dextrose, Lactic Acid, Yeast Extract), Bell Peppers, Tomato, Onion, Basil, Roasted Garlic, Calcium Chloride.
