Delicious Whole Roasted Garlic
Whole roasted garlic is a simple yet elegant dish that enhances any meal with its rich, sweet, and caramelized flavor. Perfect for sharing or indulging solo, this recipe transforms ordinary ingredients into gourmet experiences. Squeeze the soft cloves onto warm bread or incorporate them into your favorite dishes for a delightful twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings (8 cloves) 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 whole garlic bulbs
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon coarse sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Slice off about half an inch from the top of each garlic bulb to expose the cloves.
- Drizzle each bulb with olive oil, then sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Wrap each bulb tightly in aluminum foil or place them cut-side up in a baking dish covered with foil.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes until golden and soft.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving—squeeze out the soft cloves and enjoy with crusty bread or mix into dishes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 clove (10g)
- Calories: 14
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 3mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0.5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider incorporating herbs like thyme or rosemary before roasting. - Substitute olive oil with melted butter for a different taste profile.