Heart-Healthy Baked Garlic

Elevate your meals with this delicious and nutrient-packed Heart-Healthy Baked Garlic recipe, a perfect blend of simplicity and wholesome goodness. Whole garlic bulbs are transformed into soft, caramelized perfection by slow roasting with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and the herbal essence of fresh rosemary and thyme. Seasoned lightly with sea salt and black pepper, this aromatic dish delivers a rich, mellow flavor that's far from overpowering. Low in saturated fat and packed with antioxidants, it’s the perfect side or spread for any heart-conscious diet. Ready in under an hour, this versatile recipe is ideal for enhancing everything from crusty bread to roasted veggies. A must-try for garlic lovers and health enthusiasts alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 whole garlic bulbs
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 sprig fresh rosemary
• 1 sprig fresh thyme
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoons sea salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Slice off the top 1/4 inch of each garlic bulb to expose the individual cloves.

Step 3

Place the garlic bulbs on a sheet of aluminum foil, large enough to tent them inside.

Step 4

Drizzle 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil over the cut tops of the garlic bulbs.

Step 5

Place a sprig of fresh rosemary and thyme over the bulbs.

Step 6

Sprinkle 0.25 teaspoons of black pepper and 0.5 teaspoons of sea salt evenly over the exposed garlic cloves.

Step 7

Wrap the garlic bulbs loosely in the foil, making sure it's sealed well to retain the steam.

Step 8

Place the foil-wrapped garlic on a baking sheet and roast in the preheated oven for 40 minutes or until the cloves are soft and golden brown.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly. Squeeze the roasted garlic out of the skins to serve.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	235.1 grams (235.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	510

Total Fat 28.00g	36%
Saturated Fat 4.00g	20%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1230mg	53%
Total Carbohydrate 67.50g	25%
Dietary Fiber 7.00g	25%
Total Sugars 0.00g
Protein 13.40g	27%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 341mg	26%
Iron 7mg	39%
Potassium 814mg	17%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.8%

Protein: 9.3%

Carbs: 46.9%