Frozen Pizza Face-Off: Which Supermarket Slice Is the Healthiest?

Frozen pizza: the ultimate weeknight lifesaver. Pop it in the oven, wait a few minutes, and dinner is served. But not all supermarket pizzas are created equal, especially when it comes to whole foods, nutrients, and processing. So, we at Foodhak decided to put popular UK frozen pizzas to the test and find out which slice truly deserves the crown.

Here’s what we looked at:

1. Whole Foods: Are the ingredients real, fresh, and recognisable, or mostly fillers and additives?

2. Nutrients: How balanced is the pizza in protein, fibre, and energy?

3. Processing Level: From minimally processed to heavily engineered, how natural is your slice?

Let the pizza showdown begin!

 M&S – The Health Hero (6.5/10)

1. Whole Foods: High-quality ingredients, fresh toppings, real vegetables.
2. Nutrients: Solid protein, fibre, and balanced carbs.
3. Processing: Low/less engineered than most frozen options.
   
   Verdict: A frozen pizza that doesn’t compromise your health. Definitely a step up from the usual supermarket fare.

Tesco – The Reliable Rival (5.5/10)

1. Whole Foods: Decent quality, but nothing extraordinary.
2. Nutrients: Balanced enough for a convenient meal.
3. Processing: Moderate / not ultra-processed, but still some engineered ingredients.
   
   Verdict: A safe, tasty choice, but your body could do better.

 Waitrose – Fancy But Filtered (5.5/10)

1. Whole Foods: Looks artisanal, good-quality toppings.
2. Nutrients: Moderate, not exceptional.
3. Processing: Surprisingly high for a premium brand.
   
   Verdict: Great taste, but nutrition doesn’t match the price tag.

Sainsbury’s – The Middle-of-the-Pack (5.3/10)

1. Whole Foods: Decent, especially in veggie options.
2. Nutrients: Standard supermarket fare.
3. Processing: Mid-to-high, more engineered ingredients than you’d expect.
   
   Verdict: Reliable, but not winning any health awards.

Lidl – The Budget Bite (5.3/10)

1. Whole Foods: Enough to fill you up, but not much else.
2. Nutrients: Satisfying, but low on quality protein and fibre.
3. Processing: Moderate to high, with a few too many additives.
   
   Verdict: Friendly on the wallet, less so for your health.

Winner: M&S!

With the highest score in whole foods, nutrient balance, and lower processing, M&S takes the crown. It’s not perfect, but it’s one of the healthiest frozen pizza option on supermarket shelves.

The rest? They’re convenient, tasty, and fine for a treat, but nutritionally, they lag behind if you’re aiming for wholesome, balanced meals.

 Foodhak Takeaway

Frozen pizza can still be part of a balanced diet, but choose wisely! Look for higher whole foods, better nutrient content, and lower processing.

Let the Foodhak Scanner guide you to smarter choices, so every slice satisfies both your cravings and your body.