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Oven-boiled garlic Calories
Oven-boiled garlic
In season: Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Oven-boiled garlic (5 g) has 6 calories. That works out to 120 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.3 g of carbs, 0.3 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.1 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 30 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Oven-boiled garlic Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 5 g
6
KCAL / 5G
Carbs
1.3g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.3g
· 1% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.1g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 81% · Protein 19% · Fat 0%
Oven-boiled garlic nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (5 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 6 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.85 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.3 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.3 g | 1% |
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 Oven-boiled garlic?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 5 g | 6 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 3 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 8 g | 10 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 15 g | 18 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 36 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 50 g | 60 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 120 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 136 g | 163 kcal |
Calculated from 120 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Oven-boiled garlic
How do you make oven-boiled garlic?
Oven-boiled garlic is made by cooking garlic in a covered, oven-safe dish with enough water to surround the cloves, until they are tender. You can separate the cloves first or cook a whole head; they are ready when easily crushed with a fork.
What does oven-boiled garlic taste like?
Oven-boiled garlic tastes milder and softer than raw garlic, with a gentle sweetness. Cooking it in a covered dish with water keeps the cloves moist, so the flavor is less concentrated than in dry-roasted garlic.
Can oven-boiled garlic replace roasted garlic in a recipe?
Yes, oven-boiled garlic can replace roasted garlic in spreads, soups, and sauces. It is usually wetter and less browned, so drain it well and expect a softer, less caramelized flavor in the finished dish.
Can you boil garlic in the oven without foil?
Yes, you can make oven-boiled garlic without foil by using a covered oven-safe pot or casserole dish. The lid traps steam and moisture; add water around the garlic so it cooks gently instead of drying out.
How do you know when oven-boiled garlic is done?
Oven-boiled garlic is done when a clove is soft all the way through and yields easily to a fork. If the center remains firm, cover the dish again and continue cooking, adding a little hot water if the dish has dried out.
Should you peel garlic before making oven-boiled garlic?
No, you do not have to peel garlic before making oven-boiled garlic. The skin helps keep the cloves together and slips off after cooking; peel the cloves beforehand only if you need them ready to mash straight into a dish.
What can you make with oven-boiled garlic?
Oven-boiled garlic works well mashed into soups, mashed potatoes, pasta sauces, and dressings. You can also blend the soft cloves into a dip or spread them on toast; drain excess cooking liquid first for a thicker texture.
How should you store oven-boiled garlic?
Store oven-boiled garlic in a sealed container in the refrigerator and use it within a few days. Do not leave cooked garlic sitting at room temperature for a long time, especially if it is covered in oil.
Can oven-boiled garlic be frozen?
Yes, oven-boiled garlic freezes well. Freeze the cooled cloves whole or mashed in small portions in an airtight container; thaw them in the refrigerator or stir them straight into a hot soup or sauce.
Does cooking oven-boiled garlic reduce its health benefits?
Cooking changes some of garlic’s sulfur compounds, so oven-boiled garlic is not identical to raw garlic. It still adds flavor and nutrients to meals, but it should not be relied on to prevent or treat illness.
Oven-boiled garlic Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B6
0.06mg · 4% DV
Vitamin C
0.9mg · 1% DV
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
B5
0.03mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.09mg · 4% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Selenium
0.7µg · 1% DV
Phosphorus
7.65mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
20mg · 1% DV
Sodium
0.85mg · 0% DV
Oven-boiled garlic Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Oven-boiled garlic
To burn the 6 calories in 1 piece (medium) (5 g):
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What is Oven-boiled garlic?
Oven-boiled garlic is garlic cooked by boiling the cloves and then finishing them in the oven. The two-stage cooking softens garlic’s sharp, raw bite, leaving the cloves tender and mellow, with a gentle sweetness. It is usually treated as a flavouring or side rather than a meal in its own right: spread it on bread, serve it alongside roasted vegetables, meat or fish, or mash it into soups and sauces. In Turkey, it can also bring a softer garlic note to a shared table without the intensity of raw cloves.
Garlic is naturally carbohydrate-containing, but it is generally eaten in small amounts, so it contributes aroma more than bulk to a meal. For a lighter serving, use little added oil and pair it with lemony vegetables or a yogurt dip.
How Nutritious Is Oven-boiled 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 Oven-boiled 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 Oven-boiled garlic Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Oven-boiled 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
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Oven-boiled garlic Fat Profile
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.01g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.