Mediterranean Diet Baked Garlic
Elevate your culinary repertoire with this Mediterranean Diet Baked Garlic recipe, a flavor-packed and aromatic delight that's as simple to prepare as it is impressive on the plate. Whole garlic bulbs are roasted to perfection, transforming into tender, caramelized cloves bursting with mellow sweetness. Infused with premium olive oil, fresh herbs like rosemary and thyme, and a bright splash of lemon juice, this dish is a celebration of Mediterranean flavors. Perfect as a spread for crusty bread, a topping for roasted vegetables, or a flavorful addition to pasta, it’s a versatile, health-conscious addition to your menu. Ready in under an hour, this recipe is a must-try for those seeking vibrant flavors, wholesome ingredients, and an elegant presentation.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 whole Garlic bulbs
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 4 sprigs Fresh thyme
- 2 sprigs Fresh rosemary
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Carefully peel off only the outer layers of the garlic bulbs, leaving the individual garlic cloves intact and the skins on.
Using a sharp knife, cut about 1/4 inch off the top of each garlic bulb to expose the tops of the cloves.
Place the garlic bulbs cut side up on a sheet of aluminum foil.
Drizzle each garlic bulb with about 1 tablespoon of olive oil, making sure to cover all the exposed cloves.
Sprinkle the bulbs with salt and black pepper.
Add the thyme and rosemary sprigs around the garlic bulbs.
Carefully wrap the garlic bulbs with foil, forming a packet.
Place the packet in a baking dish and transfer it into the preheated oven.
Bake for 40-45 minutes, until the cloves are tender and caramelized.
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
Carefully open the foil packet and drizzle the baked garlic with lemon juice.
Serve the baked garlic warm, spreading the cloves onto bread or adding to other dishes as desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
655 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.1 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.5 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1250 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 69.4 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.5 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.5 g | ||
| Protein | 13.6 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 356 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 7.7 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 843 mg | 18% | |
*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.
