Available year-roundGround Cloves Nutrition Facts, Vitamins and Benefits
Ground Cloves (Syzygium aromaticum) is included in the Topraktan Bilgiler spice library. Per 100 g it provides approximately 274 kcal and includes 33.9 g fiber, 632 mg calcium, 259 mg magnesium. Values can vary with variety, ripeness, growing conditions and preparation.
Ground Cloves benefits and place in a balanced diet
- Ground Cloves provides 33.9 g of dietary fiber per 100 g. Fiber supports normal bowel function and can contribute to fullness as part of a balanced diet.
- A 100 g serving contains about 0.2 mg of vitamin C. Vitamin C contributes to normal immune function, collagen formation and protection of cells from oxidative stress.
- Its potassium content is approximately 1,020 mg per 100 g. Potassium contributes to normal muscle and nervous-system function and the maintenance of normal blood pressure.
- It supplies about 259 mg of magnesium per 100 g. Magnesium contributes to normal energy metabolism and normal muscle function.
- With approximately 6 g of protein per 100 g, it can contribute to total daily protein intake. Protein supports the maintenance and growth of muscle mass.
- It contains about 11.8 mg of iron per 100 g. Iron contributes to normal red blood cell formation and oxygen transport; absorption from plant foods varies.
Ground Cloves nutrition facts
The table covers calories, macronutrients, vitamins, minerals, fatty acids and amino acids where a measured value is available. Values are shown per 100 g and for a 2 g reference serving.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | 2 g serving |
|---|---|---|
| Core values and macronutrients | ||
| Energy | 274 kcal | 5.5 kcal |
| Water | 9.9 g | 0.197 g |
| Protein | 6 g | 0.119 g |
| Total fat | 13 g | 0.26 g |
| Saturated fat | 4 g | 0.079 g |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.4 g | 0.028 g |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.6 g | 0.072 g |
| Carbohydrate | 65.5 g | 1.3 g |
| Dietary fiber | 33.9 g | 0.678 g |
| Total sugars | 2.4 g | 0.048 g |
| Ash | 5.6 g | 0.113 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Minerals | ||
| Calcium | 632 mg | 12.6 mg |
| Iron | 11.8 mg | 0.237 mg |
| Magnesium | 259 mg | 5.2 mg |
| Phosphorus | 104 mg | 2.1 mg |
| Potassium | 1,020 mg | 20.4 mg |
| Sodium | 277 mg | 5.5 mg |
| Zinc | 2.3 mg | 0.046 mg |
| Copper | 0.368 mg | 0.00736 mg |
| Manganese | 60.1 mg | 1.2 mg |
| Selenium | 7.2 µg | 0.144 µg |
| Vitamins and vitamin-like compounds | ||
| Vitamin C | 0.2 mg | 0.004 mg |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) | 0.158 mg | 0.00316 mg |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 0.22 mg | 0.0044 mg |
| Vitamin B3 (Niacin) | 1.6 mg | 0.031 mg |
| Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic acid) | 0.509 mg | 0.01 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.391 mg | 0.00782 mg |
| Vitamin B9 (Folate) | 25 µg | 0.5 µg |
| Folic acid | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Food folate | 25 µg | 0.5 µg |
| Folate, DFE | 25 µg DFE | 0.5 µg DFE |
| Choline | 37.4 mg | 0.748 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamin A | 8 µg RAE | 0.16 µg RAE |
| Retinol | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Beta-carotene | 45 µg | 0.9 µg |
| Alpha-carotene | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Beta-cryptoxanthin | 103 µg | 2.1 µg |
| Lycopene | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamin E | 8.8 mg | 0.176 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 µg | 0 µg |
| Vitamin K | 141.8 µg | 2.8 µg |
| Fatty acids | ||
| Omega-3 | 0.593 g | 0.012 g |
| Omega-6 | 2.6 g | 0.051 g |
| Types of sugar | ||
| Sucrose | 0.02 g | 0.0004 g |
| Glucose | 1.1 g | 0.023 g |
| Fructose | 1.1 g | 0.021 g |
| Lactose | 0 g | 0 g |
| Maltose | 0 g | 0 g |
| Galactose | 0.15 g | 0.003 g |
| Amino acids | ||
| Tryptophan | 0.03 g | 0.0006 g |
| Threonine | 0.18 g | 0.0036 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.24 g | 0.0048 g |
| Leucine | 0.4 g | 0.008 g |
| Lysine | 0.37 g | 0.0074 g |
| Methionine | 0.08 g | 0.0016 g |
| Cystine | 0.07 g | 0.0014 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.23 g | 0.0046 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.19 g | 0.0038 g |
| Valine | 0.34 g | 0.0068 g |
| Arginine | 0.32 g | 0.0064 g |
| Histidine | 0.13 g | 0.0026 g |
| Alanine | 0.29 g | 0.0058 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.6 g | 0.012 g |
| Glutamic acid | 0.56 g | 0.011 g |
| Glycine | 0.28 g | 0.0056 g |
| Proline | 0.39 g | 0.0078 g |
| Serine | 0.24 g | 0.0048 g |
| Vitamin details | ||
| Vitamin K1 (Phylloquinone) | 141.8 µg | 2.8 µg |
| Beta-tocopherol | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Gamma-tocopherol | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Delta-tocopherol | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Fatty-acid details | ||
| Trans fat | 0.254 g | 0.00508 g |
| Alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) | 0.585 g | 0.012 g |
| Linoleic acid | 2.6 g | 0.051 g |
| EPA | 0.008 g | 0.00016 g |
| DHA | 0 g | 0 g |
How many calories are in Ground Cloves?
100 g (about 3.5 oz) provides approximately 274 kcal. A 2 g reference serving provides approximately 5.5 kcal. Values vary with variety, ripeness and preparation.
How to use Ground Cloves in the kitchen
Use ground cloves in small culinary amounts to add aroma and flavor. Whole, ground and dried forms can differ substantially in weight and nutrient concentration.
Direct USDA records are used where available; closest-profile entries are explicitly labelled and remain approximate. Blank fields mean that the source did not report a value. General information only; not medical advice. Primary composition reference: USDA FoodData Central.
