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Oven-roasted garlic Calories
Sweet, soft, aromatic; easier to digest; rich in antioxidants
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Oven-roasted garlic (40 g) has 60 calories. That works out to 149 calories per 100 g. It contains 13.1 g of carbs, 2.6 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its 0.7 mg of Manganese covers 30% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 30 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Oven-roasted garlic Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 40 g
60
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
13.1g
· 5% DV
Protein
2.6g
· 5% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.8g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 81% · Protein 16% · Fat 3%
Oven-roasted garlic nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (40 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 60 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.04 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 6.8 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 13.1 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% |
| Protein | 2.6 g | 5% |
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-roasted garlic?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 40 g | 60 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (chopped) | 5 g | 7 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (chopped) | 15 g | 22 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 20 g | 30 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 30 g | 45 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 40 g | 60 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 60 g | 89 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 60 g | 89 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 149 kcal |
Calculated from 149 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Oven-roasted garlic
How do you make oven-roasted garlic?
To make oven-roasted garlic, trim the top off a whole garlic head, drizzle it with a little oil, wrap it in foil, and bake until the cloves are soft. Let it cool enough to handle, then squeeze the cloves out of their skins.
What can you use oven-roasted garlic for?
Oven-roasted garlic works well mashed into potatoes, pasta sauces, soups, dips, and salad dressings. Its soft cloves also spread easily on bread or toast; mix them with olive oil or butter for a simple topping.
Can you roast peeled cloves of garlic in the oven?
Yes, you can roast peeled garlic cloves in the oven. Arrange them in a small oven-safe dish with a little oil and cover it; check them sooner than a whole head, since exposed cloves can brown and dry out quickly.
How can you tell when oven-roasted garlic is done?
Oven-roasted garlic is done when the cloves feel very soft and can be squeezed from their skins easily. If the center is still firm, return it to the oven and check again shortly; deeply browned, dry cloves may taste bitter.
How long does oven-roasted garlic last in the fridge?
Oven-roasted garlic keeps for a few days in the refrigerator when stored in a clean, airtight container. Refrigerate it promptly after cooling, and do not leave it at room temperature for long periods, especially if it has been covered in oil.
Can you freeze oven-roasted garlic?
Yes, oven-roasted garlic freezes well. Squeeze the cooled cloves from their skins and freeze them in a sealed container or in small portions in an ice-cube tray; add a portion straight to soups or sauces as needed.
Why does oven-roasted garlic taste sweeter than raw garlic?
Oven-roasted garlic tastes sweeter and less sharp because cooking softens its pungent flavor and browns some of its natural sugars. The cloves also become tender enough to mash, making their texture very different from crisp, raw garlic.
Can oven-roasted garlic be made in an air fryer?
Yes, you can make oven-roasted garlic in an air fryer by wrapping a trimmed garlic head in foil and cooking it until the cloves are soft. Air fryers vary, so start checking earlier than you would in a conventional oven.
Why did my oven-roasted garlic turn bitter?
Oven-roasted garlic usually turns bitter when it gets too dark or dries out from excessive heat or cooking time. Keep the head wrapped, check the cloves for softness, and take it out once they are tender rather than waiting for deep browning.
Is it safe to store oven-roasted garlic in oil?
Oven-roasted garlic submerged in oil should be refrigerated and used promptly, not stored at room temperature. Garlic in oil can create conditions for botulism-causing bacteria; for longer storage, freeze the cloves instead.
Oven-roasted garlic Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B6
0.48mg · 28% DV
B1
0.08mg · 7% DV
B5
0.24mg · 5% DV
B2
0.04mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.68mg · 30% DV
Copper
0.12mg · 13% DV
Selenium
5.68µg · 10% DV
Phosphorus
61mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
160mg · 5% DV
Sodium
6.8mg · 0% DV
Oven-roasted garlic Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Oven-roasted garlic
To burn the 60 calories in 1 piece (medium) (40 g):
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What is Oven-roasted garlic?
Oven-roasted garlic is made by roasting whole garlic heads or separated cloves until the flesh turns soft. The heat mellows its sharp, pungent bite into a sweet, aromatic flavour and a texture that can be mashed or spread. Try it on toast, stirred into soups, sauces and mashed vegetables, or alongside roasted meat and vegetables. It works well in everyday home cooking and can also add depth to a Mediterranean-style spread with bread, olives and dips.
It is mostly carbohydrate, with little fat, and contains antioxidant compounds. For a lighter option, roast it with just a little oil, then spread a modest amount on bread or mix it into a yoghurt-based dip.
How Nutritious Is Oven-roasted garlic?
Nutrient density
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-roasted 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-roasted garlic Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Oven-roasted 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
Oven-roasted garlic Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.04g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.05g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.