As Americans get more health-conscious, many restaurants are offering healthier alternatives to beloved dishes, including pizza. When you place your order with a local Italian restaurant, you have more healthy topping options than ever. Here’s what you should add to your slice.

Healthy Ingredients for Your Pizza

1. Chicken

Of all the meats used on pizza, chicken is the healthiest. This is a popular source of lean protein, with a lower fat content than sausage, bacon, or pepperoni. Look for plain diced chicken rather than chicken in a specialty sauce; creamy sauces add to the dish’s fat content.

2. Veggies

Vegetables are the first healthy toppings most people think of, since veggie pizza with green peppers, onions, black olives, and mushrooms is a classic. Fresh vegetables come packed with a variety of vitamins and minerals, depending on which you choose. For example, spinach is high in antioxidants and iron, olives contain calcium and healthy unsaturated fats, and mushrooms are full of fiber and protein. For a touch of sweetness in addition to healthy vitamins, ask for fresh sliced tomato or bell pepper.

3. Garlic

Garlic is a superfood that has many health-boosting properties. It’s been shown to fight high blood pressure and cholesterol and ward off the common cold. It’s even thought to improve athletic performance. All of this is in addition to its many vitamins and minerals. You can top your pizza with crushed garlic or ask for garlic sauce instead of tomato.

For delicious pizza with healthy toppings, choose The Pizza Haven in Rhinelander, WI. Serving the community for over 50 years, they pride themselves on making everything from scratch with fresh, never-frozen ingredients. In addition to a full range of toppings for your custom pizza, they offer whole wheat and oat bran crust options. To place an order, call (715) 362-5942, or visit their website to view the complete menu.