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Whole Cloves

Whole Cloves are the dried flower buds of the Syzygium aromaticum tree, used across South Asian, Middle Eastern and European cuisines for their warm, pungent aroma and intense flavor; they appear as whole buds or ground into a powder. They’re typically used in small amounts to flavor stews, marinades, baked goods and spice blends rather than eaten on their own. Nutritionally Whole Cloves are notable for their fiber content, providing about 33.9g per 100g, and they supply micronutrients such as manganese and vitamin K in concentrated amounts when measured by weight — though in practice they’re consumed in tiny quantities. Because of their potency, a little goes a long way to add flavor without adding much volume of other macronutrients. Whole Cloves also contain aromatic compounds (notably eugenol) that contribute antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory effects in laboratory studies, and their concentrated nutrient and phytochemical profile is one reason they’re valued both culinarily and traditionally in herbal remedies.

Vegan · Lactose free · Gluten free · Unprocessed · ~6.50€/100g

Kinome Health Grade

S+

Optimal

-

Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Derived from Cloves.

Calories

274 kcal

14% of Daily kcal · energy-dense

Protein

6 g

12% RDI

Fat

13 g

3.3g sat fat

Carbs

66 g

24% RDI

Sugar

2.4 g

5% RDI

Fiber

34 g

100% RDI

Salt

0.3 g

6% RDI

Nutrition quality

Scored against dietary guidelines. Tap rows for a deeper breakdown.

Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

S+ · 10.0 / 10

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Frequently asked

Q.01Are Whole Cloves healthy?

Yes, Whole Cloves are exceptionally healthy, earning an S Health Grade. They are a good source of dietary fiber (33.9g per 100g).

Q.03What NOVA processing level are Whole Cloves?

Whole Cloves are NOVA 1 - Unprocessed.

Q.05Are Whole Cloves gluten free?

Yes, Whole Cloves are gluten free.

Q.02What are the macros in Whole Cloves?

100g of Whole Cloves contain 274 kcal, 6g protein, 65.5g carbohydrates, 13g fat, and 33.9g fiber.

Q.04Are Whole Cloves vegan?

Yes, Whole Cloves are vegan.

Q.06Are Whole Cloves lactose free?

Yes, Whole Cloves are lactose free.

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