Whole30 Baked Garlic
Transform your kitchen with this simple yet flavorful Whole30 Baked Garlic recipe! This oven-roasted delight takes humble garlic bulbs and elevates them into a golden, caramelized masterpiece that’s soft, spreadable, and bursting with rich, savory goodness. With just four pantry staples—fresh garlic, extra virgin olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper—this recipe is the epitome of clean eating while packing a gourmet punch. Perfectly Whole30-compliant, this dish can be prepared in under an hour and makes an exceptional addition to sauces, spreads, or as a standalone snack. Learn how to create this versatile and healthy favorite, and impress your taste buds with its irresistible flavor.
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Ingredients
- 4 whole garlic bulbs
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Step 2
Carefully peel away the loose outer skins of the garlic bulbs, leaving the skins of the individual cloves intact and ensuring the cloves remain connected.
Step 3
Using a sharp knife, trim about 1/4 inch off the top of each garlic bulb to expose the tops of the garlic cloves inside.
Step 4
Place each bulb on a square of aluminum foil large enough to completely wrap it.
Step 5
Drizzle 1/2 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil over each garlic bulb, ensuring the oil coats the exposed cloves well.
Step 6
Sprinkle the bulbs with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper for added flavor.
Step 7
Wrap the bulbs tightly in the aluminum foil, making sure they are completely covered.
Step 8
Place the wrapped garlic bulbs on a baking sheet and transfer them to the preheated oven.
Step 9
Bake for about 45 minutes, or until the garlic cloves are completely soft and golden brown.
Step 10
Once cooked, remove from the oven and let the garlic bulbs cool slightly until they are comfortable to handle.
Step 11
To serve, gently squeeze the bottom of each clove to push the roasted garlic out of its skin.
Step 12
Use the roasted garlic as a spread on compliant Whole30 breads or crackers, mix it into sauces, or simply eat it as a delightful, savory snack.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (233.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 508.4 |
| Total Fat 28.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.0g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1229.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 67.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 0g | |
| Protein 13.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 336.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 806.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories