Spices, cloves, ground
FDC 171321tsp (2 g)
Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Density 92 · -1 vs Spices & herbs medianGround cloves score 92 of 100, an Elite result, though the rank of 35th of 60 in Spices & herbs falls a touch under the category median of 93. A 2 gram teaspoon serving carries 121% of the daily value for dietary fiber and 66% for iron, concentrated numbers typical of a spice used in tiny amounts.
Cloves are used sparingly in mulled drinks, baked goods, and slow-cooked meats, where their strong flavor means a little goes a long way. There's no flagged nutrient limit for this entry, though given the score sits just below the category median, anise seed is a slightly higher-ranked alternative among spices and herbs.
Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain
Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 274 kcal | 14% |
| Total fat | 13 g | 17% |
| Saturated fat | 4 g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 277 mg | 12% |
| Carbohydrate | 66 g | 24% |
| Dietary fiber | 34 g | 121% |
| Sugars | 2.4 g | |
| Protein | 6 g | 12% |
| Potassium | 1020 mg | 22% |
| Calcium | 632 mg | 49% |
| Iron | 12 mg | 66% |
| Magnesium | 259 mg | 62% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 8 µg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 8.8 mg | 59% |
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 5 kcal | 0% |
| Total fat | 0.26 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.08 g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 5.5 mg | 0% |
| Carbohydrate | 1.3 g | 0% |
| Dietary fiber | 0.68 g | 2% |
| Sugars | 0.05 g | |
| Protein | 0.12 g | 0% |
| Potassium | 20 mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 13 mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.24 mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 5.2 mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 0.16 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.18 mg | 1% |
Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain
FDC 171321Original analysis by NutriVerdict
What it is rich in
Nutrients supplying at least 10% of the Daily Value per 100 grams. 20% or more is an excellent source.
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Versus the spices & herbs median
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
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