vegetable

Garlic Nutrition Facts & Culinary Profile

Garlic is one of the oldest cultivated plants with potent medicinal properties. Contains allicin — a compound with antibacterial and antifungal effects. Essential in cuisines worldwide.

Calories149kcal

Protein6.4g

Fat0.5g

Carbohydrates33.6g

Fiber2.1g

Sugar1g

Density1.1g/ml

Portion3g

Shelf life30days

Vitamins

A0mg

C31.2mg

D0mg

E0mg

K17.4mg

B10.2mg

B20.1mg

B30.7mg

B50.3mg

B60.1mg

B93.7mg

B120mg

Minerals

Calcium181mg

Iron1.7mg

Magnesium25mg

Phosphorus153mg

Potassium401mg

Sodium17mg

Zinc1.2mg

Selenium14.2mg

Culinary profile

sweetness2

acidity2

bitterness4

umami6

aroma8

texturecrunchy

Properties

glycemic index30

glycemic load10

ph6

water activity0.7

Diets

✓ vegan✓ vegetarian✓ paleo✓ gluten free✓ mediterranean

Processing states

raw

Fresh, unprocessed ingredient. Store refrigerated.

149 kcal4°C168 hrs

boiled

Cooked in boiling water. Softer texture, some nutrient loss to water.

141.55 kcal4°C48 hrs

steamed

Steamed. Minimal nutrient loss, retains natural texture.

146.02 kcal4°C48 hrs

baked

Oven-baked. Moderate water loss, flavour concentration.

163.9 kcal4°C48 hrs

grilled

Grilled over high heat. Fat drips off, smoky flavour.

160.92 kcal4°C24 hrs

fried

Pan-fried or deep-fried in oil. Higher fat and calorie content.

193.7 kcal4°C24 hrs

smoked

Smoked. Extended shelf life, concentrated flavour, lower moisture.

171.35 kcal4°C168 hrs

frozen

Frozen at -18°C. Nutrition virtually unchanged. Thaw before use.

149 kcal-18°C4320 hrs

dried

Dried/dehydrated. Highly concentrated nutrients. Rehydrate before cooking.

412.9 kcal20°C4320 hrs

pickled

Pickled in brine or vinegar. Acidic taste, extended shelf life.

134.1 kcal4°C720 hrs

Best pairings

Tomato9.2 / 10

Butter9.0 / 10

Rosemary9.0 / 10

Thyme9.0 / 10

Olive oil8.8 / 10

Lemon8.7 / 10

Black pepper8.5 / 10

Parsley8.5 / 10

Onion8.5 / 10