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A thick, finely blended deep-green paste with tiny darker flecks, spooned into a small dish with a softly swirled surface.
●Low GI
⚡High Potassium

Wild Garlic Paste Calories

Aromatic, low-calorie wild garlic paste, rich in vitamin C and vitamin K.

In season: Spring

CALORIES · 100 G

41kcal

GI

15low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

336mg

FIBER · 100 G

2.2g

Quick answer

1 tablespoon (medium) of Wild Garlic Paste (15 g) has 6 calories. That works out to 41 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.2 g of carbs, 0.4 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat and 0.3 g of fiber. Its 116.7 µg of Vitamin K covers 97% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Wild Garlic Paste Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 15 g

6

KCAL / 15G

Carbs

1.2g

· 0% DV

Protein

0.4g

· 1% 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 66% · Protein 22% · Fat 12%

Wild Garlic Paste nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (15 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories6 kcal
Total fat0.1 g0%
Saturated fat0.01 g0%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium3 mg0%
Total carbohydrate1.2 g0%
Fiber0.3 g1%
Protein0.4 g1%

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 Tablespoon of Wild Garlic Paste?

ServingAmountCalories
1 tablespoon (medium)15 g6 kcal
1 teaspoon (small)5 g2 kcal
2 tablespoon (large)30 g12 kcal
1 serving (medium)30 g12 kcal
50 g50 g21 kcal
1 serving (large)60 g25 kcal
100 g100 g41 kcal

Calculated from 41 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Wild Garlic Paste

How do you use Wild Garlic Paste?

Wild Garlic Paste works well stirred into pasta, soups, and sauces, or spread thinly on bread and sandwiches. You can also mix it into yogurt for a dip or spoon a little over roasted vegetables just before serving.

What is Wild Garlic Paste made of?

Wild Garlic Paste is usually made by blending wild garlic leaves with oil and salt. Recipes may also include lemon, nuts, or cheese, so check the ingredient list if you need to know exactly what is in a particular jar.

What does Wild Garlic Paste taste like?

Wild Garlic Paste tastes garlicky, fresh, and leafy, often with a milder, greener character than raw garlic cloves. Its exact flavour changes with the amount of oil, salt, lemon, or nuts used in the recipe.

How do you make Wild Garlic Paste at home?

To make Wild Garlic Paste, blend washed and thoroughly dried wild garlic leaves with oil and salt until smooth. Add the oil gradually to control the texture, and include lemon juice or nuts if you want a brighter or richer version.

Is Wild Garlic Paste the same as pesto?

No, Wild Garlic Paste is not necessarily pesto. It centres on wild garlic leaves and may contain only oil and salt, while pesto typically combines herbs with nuts, cheese, and oil; some recipes use wild garlic to make a pesto-style sauce.

How should you store Wild Garlic Paste after opening?

Keep opened Wild Garlic Paste in a clean, sealed container in the refrigerator, and always scoop it out with a clean utensil. Do not leave homemade oil-based paste at room temperature, and discard it if you notice spoilage.

Can you freeze Wild Garlic Paste?

Yes, Wild Garlic Paste freezes well. Freeze it in small airtight portions or an ice-cube tray so you can thaw only what you need; once thawed, use it promptly and do not refreeze it.

Can you cook with Wild Garlic Paste?

Yes, you can cook with Wild Garlic Paste, but prolonged heating can dull its fresh, leafy aroma. For a brighter flavour, stir it into hot pasta or soup after taking the dish off the heat.

Can Wild Garlic Paste replace fresh garlic?

Yes, Wild Garlic Paste can replace fresh garlic in some recipes, but it brings a greener, leafy flavour rather than the sharper taste of a garlic clove. If the paste contains oil or salt, adjust those ingredients in the recipe.

Can you eat Wild Garlic Paste raw?

Yes, Wild Garlic Paste can be eaten raw, for example spread on bread or stirred into a cold dip. If making it from foraged leaves, use only plants you can identify with certainty, since poisonous leaves can resemble wild garlic.

Wild Garlic Paste Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin K

116.7µg · 97% DV

Vitamin C

22.5mg · 25% DV

Vitamin A

43.95µg · 5% DV

B6

0.03mg · 2% DV

Minerals

Manganese

0.06mg · 3% DV

Copper

0.02mg · 2% DV

Iron

0.44mg · 2% DV

Calcium

16mg · 2% DV

Potassium ⭐

50mg · 1% DV

Sodium

3mg · 0% DV

Wild Garlic Paste Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

15
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

0.1
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Wild Garlic Paste

To burn the 6 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (15 g):

🚶

1min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

1min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

1min

Cycling

🏊

1min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Wild Garlic Paste?

Wild garlic paste is made by crushing or blending the leaves of wild garlic, a spring-growing woodland herb used in parts of Europe and Asia. Recipes may combine the leaves with oil and seasonings. Its aroma recalls garlic, but the flavour is usually greener and more herbaceous than that of a clove-based paste.

Spread a little on toast, stir it through pasta or soup, or serve it alongside grilled vegetables and other dishes where a fresh, garlicky note fits. It also works as a dip mixed with yogurt. At 41 calories per 100 g, it is a flavourful, relatively light condiment; start with a small amount, as its aromatic taste can quickly take over a dish.

How Nutritious Is Wild Garlic Paste?

Nutrient density

Very high

91/ 100

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

51/ 100

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 Wild Garlic Paste 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 Wild Garlic Paste Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Wild Garlic Paste 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

Wild Garlic Paste Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.01g

MONOUNSATURATED

0g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.03g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 2:1

Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.