How Many Calories Are In Cloves?
Cloves is a spice. It is rich in dietary fiber, rich in calcium, a good source of iron, and rich in potassium.
Calories per tsp (2g)
5.5
kcal% Daily Value
Complete Nutrition Facts for Cloves
Per tsp (2g)
0g
sugar
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About Calories in Cloves
A serving of Cloves (2g) contains 5.5kcal of calories, which is 0% of the recommended daily value based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Calories measure the energy content of food. Your body needs calories to function, but consuming more than you burn leads to weight gain. When planning your meals, consider that cloves is a low source of calories compared to other spices & seasonings.
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per 1 tsp (6g)
0
Source: USDA FoodData Central | FDC ID: 171321 | Last updated: 2026-03-30
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