Cloves
Dried flower buds with one of the highest antioxidant scores of any food.
Nutrition per 100 g
Standardised to 100 g of cloves for fair comparison. Typical serving: 1 tsp ground (2 g) — 6 kcal per 2 g serving.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving (2 g) | Per 100 kcal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy | 300 kcal | 6 kcal | 100 kcal |
| Protein | 5 g | 0.1 g | 1.7 g |
| Carbohydrate | 65 g | 1.3 g | 21.7 g |
| Fat | 15 g | 0.3 g | 5 g |
| Fibre | 35 g | 0.7 g | 11.7 g |
Figures are typical values and vary with variety, preparation and brand.
Micronutrients
Vitamins and minerals per 100 g of cloves, with a typical serving and FDA Daily Value for adults.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving (2 g) | % DV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamins | |||
| Vitamin A | 8 µg | 0.16 µg | <1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2 mg | 0.004 mg | <1% |
| Vitamin D | 0 µg | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 8.8 mg | 0.18 mg | 59% |
| Vitamin K | 142 µg | 2.8 µg | 118% |
| Thiamin | 0.16 mg | 0.003 mg | 13% |
| Riboflavin | 0.22 mg | 0.004 mg | 17% |
| Niacin | 1.6 mg | 0.032 mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.39 mg | 0.008 mg | 23% |
| Folate | 25 µg | 0.5 µg | 6% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 µg | 0 µg | 0% |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.51 mg | 0.01 mg | 10% |
| Choline | 37.4 mg | 0.75 mg | 7% |
| Minerals | |||
| Calcium | 632 mg | 12.6 mg | 49% |
| Iron | 11.8 mg | 0.24 mg | 66% |
| Magnesium | 259 mg | 5.2 mg | 62% |
| Phosphorus | 104 mg | 2.1 mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 1020 mg | 20.4 mg | 22% |
| Sodium | 277 mg | 5.5 mg | 12% |
| Zinc | 2.3 mg | 0.046 mg | 21% |
| Selenium | 7.2 µg | 0.14 µg | 13% |
| Copper | 0.37 mg | 0.007 mg | 41% |
| Manganese | 60.1 mg | 1.2 mg | 2613% |
Source: USDA FoodData Central — Spices, cloves, ground
% DV uses FDA Daily Values for adults. Nutrients that USDA does not report for this entry are omitted. Values vary with variety, preparation and brand.
Why eat cloves?
- Exceptional antioxidant density per gram.
- Eugenol has a long history in dental pain relief.
How to include it
- Stud an onion for stocks and braises.
- Add one or two to rice and spice blends.
Things to consider
- Overpowering if used heavily.
- Clove oil is potent and should not be swallowed.
Educational content. This article is for general information and is not medical advice. Speak to a qualified health professional about your individual circumstances.
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