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Charcoal-grilled garlic Calories
Charcoal-grilled, aromatic, soft texture, antioxidant source
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Charcoal-grilled garlic (15 g) has 23 calories. That works out to 150 calories per 100 g. It contains 4.9 g of carbs, 0.9 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat and 0.3 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Manganese covers 11% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 30 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Charcoal-grilled garlic Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 15 g
23
KCAL / 15G
Carbs
4.9g
· 2% DV
Protein
0.9g
· 2% DV
Fat
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.3g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 81% · Protein 15% · Fat 4%
Charcoal-grilled garlic nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (15 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 23 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.01 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2.55 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 4.9 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.9 g | 2% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Medium Charcoal-grilled garlic?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 15 g | 23 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 7 g | 11 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (grated) | 8 g | 12 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (chopped) | 12 g | 18 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 25 g | 38 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 45 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 50 g | 75 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 150 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 120 g | 180 kcal |
Calculated from 150 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Charcoal-grilled garlic
How do you make charcoal-grilled garlic?
Charcoal-grilled garlic is made by cooking unpeeled cloves or a whole bulb beside hot coals until the inside is soft. Keep it away from direct flames and check it often so the outer skin does not burn through.
How do you eat charcoal-grilled garlic?
Let charcoal-grilled garlic cool, then squeeze the soft cloves out of their skins. Spread them on bread, mash them into a sauce, or serve them alongside grilled meat, fish, or vegetables.
Do you peel charcoal-grilled garlic before cooking it?
No, leave the skin on while cooking charcoal-grilled garlic. The papery covering helps protect the cloves from scorching and drying out; peel or squeeze it away once the garlic is soft.
What does charcoal-grilled garlic taste like?
Charcoal-grilled garlic tastes mild, sweet, and smoky, with a softer texture than raw garlic. The cloves become easy to mash, making them useful as a spread or a way to add mellow garlic flavor to a dish.
Is charcoal-grilled garlic less pungent than raw garlic?
Yes, charcoal-grilled garlic is generally less sharp and pungent than raw garlic because cooking softens its flavor. It can still leave a garlic smell on your breath, especially if you eat several cloves.
Can you grill a whole bulb of garlic over charcoal?
Yes, you can cook a whole bulb of charcoal-grilled garlic with its skin intact. It stays together for serving and the cloves soften inside; individual unpeeled cloves also work but need closer watching.
What should you serve with charcoal-grilled garlic?
Charcoal-grilled garlic goes well with grilled vegetables, fish, and meat, or with crusty bread. You can also mash the soft cloves into a dip or stir them into a dressing for a smoky, mellow garlic flavor.
Why does charcoal-grilled garlic taste bitter?
Charcoal-grilled garlic can taste bitter when it is exposed to flames or left over very hot coals until it burns. Cook it beside the coals instead, and remove it once the cloves feel soft.
How should you store leftover charcoal-grilled garlic?
Refrigerate leftover charcoal-grilled garlic in a covered, airtight container once it has cooled, and use it within a few days. For longer storage, separate the cloves and freeze them.
Is charcoal-grilled garlic good for you?
Charcoal-grilled garlic can be part of a balanced diet, and it provides antioxidant compounds. Grilling changes some of garlic’s natural compounds, so it should be enjoyed as food rather than treated as a remedy.
Charcoal-grilled garlic Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B6
0.17mg · 10% DV
B1
0.03mg · 3% DV
Vitamin C
2.4mg · 3% DV
B5
0.09mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.26mg · 11% DV
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Selenium
2.13µg · 4% DV
Phosphorus
23mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
60mg · 2% DV
Sodium
2.55mg · 0% DV
Charcoal-grilled garlic Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Charcoal-grilled garlic
To burn the 23 calories in 1 piece (medium) (15 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Charcoal-grilled garlic?
Charcoal-grilled garlic is made by cooking whole bulbs or individual cloves, often in their skins, over glowing coals until soft. The smoke and heat mellow garlic’s sharp bite, bringing out a sweeter, rounded flavour and a tender texture that can be squeezed or spread.
In Turkey it often accompanies kebabs and other grilled dishes, while it also works well alongside grilled vegetables or stirred into a dip or sauce. It is mostly carbohydrate, with some fibre and very little fat; one medium piece is about 15 g. Serve it as a flavourful side, or mash it without added oil for a lighter spread.
How Nutritious Is Charcoal-grilled garlic?
Nutrient density
Very high
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Charcoal-grilled garlic Processed?
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Charcoal-grilled garlic Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Charcoal-grilled garlic Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Charcoal-grilled garlic Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.01g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.02g
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