USDA Foundation · Vegetables and Vegetable Products

Garlic, raw

Nutrition facts per 100g, sourced verbatim from USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID 1104647).

143
Calories
6.6g
Protein
28.2g
Carbs
0.4g
Fat

The verdict

Garlic, raw carries 6.6g of protein per 100g — more than 41% of USDA whole foods.

6.6g
protein per 100g
Top 59%
protein vs USDA whole foods
143
calories per 100g
2.7g
fiber per 100g
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Garlic, raw contains 143 calories per 100g, according to the USDA FoodData Central database. It provides 6.6g of protein, 0.4g of fat, and 28.2g of carbohydrates per 100g. Dietary fiber: 2.7g. Below you will find a complete nutrient breakdown including vitamins, minerals, and daily value percentages based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are normalized to a 100g serving per the USDA FoodData Central standardization. Source: USDA laboratory analysis and manufacturer-reported label data for food products sold in the United States.

❤️ Low Fat

What This Food Tells Us

Garlic, raw is catalogued in the USDA FoodData Central database under FDC ID 1104647 as a usda foundation entry, belonging to the "Vegetables and Vegetable Products" food group. Each 100g serving delivers 143 calories, broken down into 6.6g protein, 0.4g fat, and 28.2g carbohydrates. This macronutrient profile shapes how the food contributes to daily energy needs and fits into different eating patterns.

Looking deeper at the nutrient density, this item provides 2.7g of dietary fiber (10% of the 28g daily reference) per 100g. By calorie share, protein supplies 19%, fat 2%, and carbohydrates 79% of total energy, useful when matching a food to goals like muscle building, weight management, or blood-sugar balance.

Based on the per-100g standardization (FDA convention), Garlic, raw qualifies as low fat within common dietary frameworks. All figures originate from USDA laboratory analysis or manufacturer-submitted label data under the FDC USDA Foundation program. USDA stores values at a 100g standardization to enable apples-to-apples comparison; this page surfaces both the per-serving FDA-label values (matching the package) and the per-100g basis when they differ. Use the Similar Foods section below to see 6 nutritionally comparable items, or browse the full "Vegetables and Vegetable Products" category for context. For a broader view, the nutrition guides linked below explain how to read daily values, compare foods fairly, and spot hidden sugars that routine label reading misses.

Nutritional Value at a Glance

At 143 calories per 100g, Garlic, raw gets 19% of its calories from protein , 2% from fat , and 79% from carbohydrates.

With 2.7g of dietary fiber per 100g (10% DV), it contributes moderately to daily fiber intake.

Allergen indicators

No FDA Big 9 major-allergen indicator was detected in the product name and brand text scan (milk, eggs, fish, crustacean shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soybeans, sesame). Absence-of-flag does NOT mean allergen-free. The USDA FoodData Central release does not always include a full ingredient list — always verify with the FDA-mandated ingredient and allergen statement printed on the physical package before consumption.

Nutrition Facts Serving size 100g Amount per serving Calories 143 % Daily Value* Total Fat 0g 0% Saturated Fat 0g 0% Trans Fat 0g Cholesterol 0mg 0% Sodium 0mg 0% Total Carbohydrate 28g 10% Dietary Fiber 3g 10% Total Sugars 0g Includes 0g Added Sugars 0% Protein 7g Vitamin D 0mcg 0% Calcium 0mg 0% Iron 0mg 0% Potassium 0mg 0% * The % Daily Value (DV) 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.

Values per 100g

Macro Breakdown

143
Calories per 100g

143 kcal = 7% of FDA 2,000 kcal Daily Value

0%100%7of 2,000 kcal
143 kcal = 7% of FDA 2,000 kcal Daily Value
P: 6.62gF: 0.38gC: 28.2g
6.6g
Protein
0.4g
Total Fat
28.2g
Carbs
2.7g
Fiber

Values shown per 100g, the USDA FoodData Central standardization. Serving size for this entry is not declared in the USDA release.

How Garlic, raw compares to Vegetables and Vegetable Products

Per 100 g, against the average across all vegetables and vegetable products foods in USDA FoodData Central.

93% Higher in protein than 93% of vegetables and vegetable products on record, a standout in its group.

Calories 125% above average
This food143 kcal
Category avg63 kcal
Protein 137% above average
This food6.6g
Category avg2.8g
Carbs 127% above average
This food28.2g
Category avg12.4g
Fat 63% below average
This food0.4g
Category avg1.0g

Category averages computed live across the USDA Vegetables and Vegetable Products group. Compare against a specific food →

Where Garlic, raw ranks on protein

Its 6.6g of protein per 100g placed against every USDA reference (whole) food — the 7,879 SR Legacy and Foundation items with a protein value.

Protein per 100g — Garlic, raw vs every USDA reference food

USDA reference (whole) foods with a protein value

7 Top 59% higher than 41% of 7,879 USDA reference foods

0–5: 2,829 USDA reference foods (36%). Below this entry. 5–10: 1,170 USDA reference foods (15%). This entry sits in this band. 10–15: 863 USDA reference foods (11%). Above this entry. 15–20: 782 USDA reference foods (10%). Above this entry. 20–25: 1,085 USDA reference foods (14%). Above this entry. 25–30: 826 USDA reference foods (10%). Above this entry. 30–35: 230 USDA reference foods (3%). Above this entry. 35–40: 32 USDA reference foods (0%). Above this entry. 40–45: 9 USDA reference foods (0%). Above this entry. 45–50: 11 USDA reference foods (0%). Above this entry. 50–55: 9 USDA reference foods (0%). Above this entry. 55–60: 33 USDA reference foods (0%). Above this entry. This food 0 60 every USDA reference food, bucketed by value

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Source USDA FoodData Central — SR Legacy & Foundation · April 2026

Full Nutrient Breakdown

Macronutrients

Nutrient Amount % DV
Carbohydrate, by difference 28.2 G 0%
Energy 143.0 KCAL —
Fiber, total dietary 2.7 G 0%
Protein 6.6 G 0%
Total lipid (fat) 0.4 G 0%
Ash 1.7 G —
Energy 597.0 kJ —
Water 63.1 G —

Vitamins

Nutrient Amount % DV
Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid 10.0 MG —

Minerals

Nutrient Amount % DV
Selenium, Se 9.8 UG —

Other

Nutrient Amount % DV
Energy (Atwater General Factors) 143.0 KCAL —
Energy (Atwater Specific Factors) 130.0 KCAL —
Nitrogen 1.1 G —

Nearby Foods

Foods in the same category with similar calorie content, useful for swaps, substitutions, and side-by-side comparison.

Potato salad, home-prepared

Whole Food
143 cal
P: 2.68gF: 8.2gC: 11.17g

Taro, cooked, without salt

Whole Food
142 cal
P: 0.52gF: 0.11gC: 34.6g

Taro, cooked, with salt

Whole Food
142 cal
P: 0.52gF: 0.11gC: 34.6g

Soybeans, green, cooked, boiled, drained, without salt

Whole Food
141 cal
P: 12.35gF: 6.4gC: 11.05g

Soybeans, green, cooked, boiled, drained, with salt

Whole Food
141 cal
P: 12.35gF: 6.4gC: 11.05g

Potatoes, french fried, crinkle or regular cut, salt added in processing, frozen, as purchased

Whole Food
146 cal
P: 2.34gF: 4.99gC: 23.96g

→ Compare Garlic, raw side-by-side with Potato salad and Taro

Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in Garlic, raw? ▼
Garlic, raw contains 143 calories per 100g. It has 6.6g of protein, 0.4g of fat, and 28.2g of carbohydrates.
What are the macros in Garlic, raw? ▼
Per 100g, Garlic, raw has 6.6g protein (19% of calories), 0.4g fat, and 28.2g carbs. Fiber: 2.7g.
Is Garlic, raw high in fiber? ▼
Garlic, raw contains 2.7g of dietary fiber per 100g, which is 10% of the daily recommended value (28g).
Is Garlic, raw keto-friendly? ▼
Garlic, raw has 28.2g of carbs per 100g (79% of calories), which may be too high for strict keto diets (typically under 5g net carbs per serving).
Is Garlic, raw good for a diet? ▼
Garlic, raw has 143 calories per 100g. Fat content: 0.4g.
How does Garlic, raw compare to other foods? ▼
Garlic, raw provides 143 calories and 6.6g protein per 100g. That is 22 calories per gram of protein. Use our compare tool to see how it stacks up against similar foods in the Vegetables and Vegetable Products category.
What food group does Garlic, raw belong to? ▼
Garlic, raw is classified under "Vegetables and Vegetable Products" in the USDA FoodData Central database (FDC ID: 1104647).

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Primary source data

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Data Sources & Methodology

Data from USDA FoodData Central October 2024 release. See our methodology.

Source: USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID 1104647) — USDA Foundation database. Verify with USDA →

Source: FDA 2,000-calorie Daily Value reference — %DV computed against the USDA per-100g standardization basis.

Disclaimer: This information is for reference only and should not replace professional dietary advice. Nutrient content may vary by brand, preparation method, and seasonal factors.