How to Roast Garlic

Elevate your culinary game with our step-by-step guide on how to roast garlic to golden perfection. This simple yet transformative technique creates soft, caramelized cloves bursting with sweet, mellow flavor that's perfect for spreading, mashing, or blending into your favorite dishes. With just a whole garlic bulb, olive oil, and a pinch of salt, you’ll unlock a versatile ingredient that can enhance everything from pasta and soups to salad dressings and spreads. Roasted garlic is a breeze to prepare—simply wrap in foil and bake until irresistibly tender. Follow this recipe to learn how to roast garlic like a pro and savor the aroma and taste of this effortless kitchen essential!

Nutriscore Rating: 87/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 1 bulb Whole garlic bulb
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 pinch Salt
• 1 sheet Aluminum foil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Peel off the outer, papery layers of the garlic bulb, leaving the cloves intact and still attached at the base.

Step 3

Slice off the top of the garlic bulb (about 1/4 to 1/2 inch) to expose the tops of the individual cloves.

Step 4

Place the garlic bulb on a sheet of aluminum foil.

Step 5

Drizzle the exposed garlic cloves with olive oil, making sure they are thoroughly coated.

Step 6

Sprinkle a pinch of salt over the garlic for flavor.

Step 7

Wrap the garlic bulb tightly in the aluminum foil to create a sealed packet.

Step 8

Place the foil-wrapped garlic bulb in the preheated oven directly on the rack or on a baking sheet.

Step 9

Roast for 40 minutes, or until the garlic cloves are soft, golden, and caramelized. Larger bulbs may require an additional 5-10 minutes.

Step 10

Remove the garlic from the oven and allow it to cool slightly before handling.

Step 11

To use, squeeze the roasted garlic cloves out of their skins, or use a small knife to gently scoop them out.

Step 12

Use immediately in your favorite recipes, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	86.4 grams (86.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	149

Total Fat 0.50g	1%
Saturated Fat 0.10g	1%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 157mg	7%
Total Carbohydrate 33.10g	12%
Dietary Fiber 2.10g	8%
Total Sugars 1.00g
Protein 6.40g	13%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 181mg	14%
Iron 2mg	9%
Potassium 401mg	9%

*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: 2.8%

Protein: 15.8%

Carbs: 81.5%