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Garlic (roasted) Calories
Roasted garlic has a milder, sweeter flavor and provides antioxidants and immune-supporting compounds.
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Garlic (roasted) (10 g) has 15 calories. That works out to 150 calories per 100 g. It contains 3.3 g of carbs, 0.6 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of B6 covers 7% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 30 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Garlic (roasted) Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 10 g
15
KCAL / 10G
Carbs
3.3g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.6g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.2g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 80% · Protein 15% · Fat 5%
Garlic (roasted) nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (10 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 15 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.01 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 1.7 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3.3 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.6 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 Garlic (roasted)?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 10 g | 15 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (chopped) | 4 g | 6 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 5 g | 8 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (chopped) | 12 g | 18 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 15 g | 23 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 45 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 50 g | 75 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 150 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 130 g | 195 kcal |
Calculated from 150 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Garlic (roasted)
How do you make roasted garlic?
To make roasted garlic, cook a whole garlic bulb until the cloves are soft enough to squeeze from their skins. You can roast it in an oven wrapped in foil, or cook it over embers; cut off the top and add a little oil first.
What does roasted garlic taste like?
Roasted garlic tastes sweeter, milder, and less sharp than raw garlic. Its cloves become soft and creamy, making them easy to spread on bread or mash into sauces, soups, and vegetables.
How do you use roasted garlic?
Mash roasted garlic into soup, pasta sauce, mashed potatoes, or dressings, or spread the soft cloves on toast. Because its flavor is mellow, you can add it to a dish without the sharp bite raw garlic can bring.
How long does roasted garlic last in the fridge?
Roasted garlic keeps for about three to four days in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Chill it promptly after cooking, and do not leave garlic cloves submerged in oil at room temperature, where they can pose a food-safety risk.
Can you freeze roasted garlic?
Yes, roasted garlic freezes well. Squeeze the cloves from their skins and freeze them in a sealed container or in small portions in an ice-cube tray; use the portions in cooked dishes or thaw them in the refrigerator.
Does roasting garlic reduce its health benefits?
Roasting changes garlic’s flavor and some of its compounds, so roasted garlic is not simply identical to raw garlic nutritionally. It still contains antioxidant compounds, but it should not be treated as a way to prevent or cure illness.
Can you roast garlic without foil?
Yes, you can roast garlic without foil. Put the trimmed bulb in a small covered baking dish, or use a lidded oven-safe pot, with a little oil to keep it from drying out; cook until the cloves are tender.
How can you tell when roasted garlic is done?
Roasted garlic is done when the cloves are very soft and can be squeezed easily from their skins. The tops may be lightly golden, but dark, bitter-smelling cloves are a sign that the garlic has burned.
Can dogs eat roasted garlic?
No, do not feed roasted garlic to dogs. Garlic can be toxic to dogs, and cooking does not make it safe; contact a veterinarian promptly if your dog has eaten some, especially if the amount is unclear.
Can roasted garlic cause heartburn?
Yes, roasted garlic can trigger heartburn or indigestion in some people, even though it is milder than raw garlic. If it repeatedly causes symptoms, reduce or avoid it; persistent or severe symptoms warrant medical advice.
Garlic (roasted) Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B6
0.12mg · 7% DV
B1
0.02mg · 2% DV
B5
0.06mg · 1% DV
Vitamin C
0.8mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.17mg · 7% DV
Copper
0.03mg · 3% DV
Selenium
1.4µg · 3% DV
Phosphorus
15mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
40mg · 1% DV
Sodium
1.7mg · 0% DV
Garlic (roasted) Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Garlic (roasted)
To burn the 15 calories in 1 piece (medium) (10 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Garlic (roasted)?
Roasted garlic is made by cooking whole bulbs or separated cloves until their insides turn soft and easy to mash. Roasting mellows garlic’s sharp, pungent bite and brings out a sweeter, rounded flavour. It is used in kitchens around the world: spread on bread, folded into sauces and dips, or served alongside roasted vegetables, fish and meat. You can also mash a few cloves into a dressing or soup for a gentler garlic note.
It is low in fat and provides carbohydrates, with a little fibre and protein. Because the flavour is concentrated, a small amount can go a long way. For a lighter spread, mash it with lemon juice or a spoonful of plain yoghurt instead of adding plenty of oil.
How Nutritious Is Garlic (roasted)?
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 Garlic (roasted) 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 Garlic (roasted) Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Garlic (roasted) 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
Garlic (roasted) Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.01g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.01g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.