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Roasted garlic Calories
Soft textured, aromatic, contains antioxidants
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (small) of Roasted garlic (5 g) has 7 calories. That works out to 149 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.7 g of carbs, 0.3 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.1 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 10 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Roasted garlic Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (small) · 5 g
7
KCAL / 5G
Carbs
1.7g
· 1% 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 85% · Protein 15% · Fat 0%
Roasted garlic nutrition facts table · 1 piece (small) (5 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 7 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.85 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.7 g | 1% |
| 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 Small Roasted garlic?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (small) | 5 g | 7 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra small) | 3 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (grated) | 9 g | 13 kcal |
| 3 piece (medium) | 15 g | 22 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (grated) | 18 g | 27 kcal |
| 6 piece (large) | 30 g | 45 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (whole) | 34 g | 51 kcal |
| ½ cup (whole) | 68 g | 101 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 149 kcal |
Calculated from 149 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Roasted garlic
How do you make roasted garlic?
To make roasted garlic, slice the top off a whole bulb, drizzle the exposed cloves with a little oil, and wrap it in foil. Roast at 400°F (200°C) until the cloves are soft and golden, usually about 35–45 minutes.
How do you use roasted garlic?
Squeeze roasted garlic cloves from their skins and mash them into a spread, dip, or sauce. They also add mellow flavor to mashed potatoes, soups, pasta, dressings, and roasted vegetables; stir them in near the end of cooking.
How long does roasted garlic last in the fridge?
Roasted garlic keeps for about 3–4 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Refrigerate it promptly, and never leave cloves submerged in oil at room temperature, because garlic-in-oil can pose a botulism risk.
Can you freeze roasted garlic?
Yes, roasted garlic freezes well. Remove the cloves from their skins, freeze them in a sealed container or in small portions, and use them in cooked dishes after thawing. Freezing portions separately makes it easier to take out only what you need.
Can you roast garlic in an air fryer?
Yes, you can roast garlic in an air fryer. Trim the top of a whole bulb, add a little oil, wrap it in foil, and cook at about 375°F (190°C) until the cloves are soft; check early, since air fryers vary.
Is roasted garlic milder than raw garlic?
Yes, roasted garlic is much milder and sweeter than raw garlic. Heat softens its sharp, pungent flavor and makes the cloves creamy, so it works as a spread or in dishes where raw garlic would taste too strong.
Can you eat the skin of roasted garlic?
The papery skin of roasted garlic is edible but usually unpleasantly dry and chewy, so most people squeeze out the soft cloves and discard the skin. If a clove sticks, use a small spoon to remove it.
Why did my roasted garlic turn bitter?
Roasted garlic usually turns bitter when it gets too dark or burns. Roast the bulb until the cloves are soft and lightly golden rather than deeply browned, and use moderate heat; a little oil and a foil wrap help prevent scorching.
Can you roast peeled garlic cloves instead of a whole bulb?
Yes, peeled cloves can be roasted, but they cook faster and are easier to burn than a whole bulb. Toss them lightly with oil, spread them in a covered baking dish, and check frequently until tender and golden.
What is the difference between roasted garlic and garlic confit?
Roasted garlic is usually cooked as a whole bulb with a little oil, while garlic confit is slowly cooked with peeled cloves submerged in oil. Both become soft and mellow, but confit needs particularly careful refrigeration and should not be stored at room temperature.
Roasted garlic Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B6
0.06mg · 4% DV
Vitamin C
0.85mg · 1% DV
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
B5
0.03mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.08mg · 3% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Selenium
0.71µg · 1% DV
Phosphorus
7.65mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
20mg · 1% DV
Sodium
0.85mg · 0% DV
Roasted garlic Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Roasted garlic
To burn the 7 calories in 1 piece (small) (5 g):
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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 Roasted garlic?
Roasted garlic is made by cooking garlic—often as a whole bulb with the top trimmed—until the cloves turn soft and lightly golden. The sharp raw flavour mellows into a sweet, savoury aroma, and the cloves become easy to squeeze or spread. It is common in Mediterranean-style cooking and is now used in kitchens around the world.
Spread it on bread, mash it into sauces or soups, or serve it alongside roasted vegetables and meat. It is a modest source of fibre and protein, while carbohydrates make up most of its energy. For a lighter preparation, roast the bulb with just a little oil; the soft cloves add plenty of flavour to dips, dressings and cooked dishes.
How Nutritious Is 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 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 Roasted garlic Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is 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
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Roasted garlic Fat Profile
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.01g
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