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High in protein and vitamin B12, antioxidant boost from red pepper
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Boiled egg with red pepper (55 g) has 81 calories. That works out to 147 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.7 g of carbs, 7 g of protein, 5.6 g of fat and 0.4 g of fiber. Its 11 µg of Biotin covers 37% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 55 g
81
KCAL / 55G
Carbs
0.7g
· 0% DV
Protein
7g
· 14% DV
Fat
5.6g
· 7% DV
Fiber
0.4g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 3% · Protein 34% · Fat 63%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 81 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.6 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 1.71 g | 9% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 74 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.7 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% |
| Protein | 7 g | 14% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 55 g | 81 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra small) | 35 g | 51 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 45 g | 66 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 65 g | 96 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra large) | 75 g | 110 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 147 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 147 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 110 g | 162 kcal |
Calculated from 147 calories per 100 g.
Boil an egg to your preferred firmness, peel it, and sprinkle red pepper over the top. Sweet paprika gives a mild, earthy flavor, while chili flakes add heat. A little olive oil or salt can be added just before serving.
Add the red pepper after the egg is cooked and peeled, rather than to the boiling water. Seasoning the outside lets you control the flavor and heat, and the pepper is less likely to wash away when you peel the egg.
Yes, finely chopped fresh red pepper works alongside boiled egg with red pepper, but it gives a juicier, crunchier result than dried seasoning. Serve it on the peeled egg or alongside it; cooking the pepper is optional.
Sweet paprika is a good choice for a mild, savory flavor in boiled egg with red pepper. Use cayenne or crushed red pepper flakes if you want noticeable heat. Start with a small pinch, since hot varieties can easily overpower the egg.
Boiled egg with red pepper pairs well with toast, sliced tomatoes, cucumber, avocado, or a simple green salad. For a fuller breakfast, serve it with whole-grain bread; for a lighter snack, add fresh vegetables instead.
Yes, you can boil the egg ahead and keep it refrigerated, then peel and season it when you are ready to eat. Keeping the egg unpeeled until serving helps it stay fresher and prevents the pepper from making the surface damp.
A green-gray ring around the yolk of boiled egg with red pepper usually means the egg was cooked too long or at too high a temperature. It is a harmless reaction; cooling the egg promptly after boiling helps prevent it.
No, boiled egg with red pepper can be served warm or cold. Cold eggs are convenient for breakfast or packed meals, while a warm, freshly peeled egg takes seasoning well. Avoid leaving cooked eggs at room temperature for an extended time.
A hard-boiled egg kept in its shell can be refrigerated for up to one week. If it is peeled, cut, or mixed with fresh pepper, store it covered and eat it within a few days; discard it if it has been left out for hours.
Yes, boiled egg with red pepper can make a filling breakfast because the egg provides protein. Pair it with vegetables and whole-grain toast for a more substantial meal, or serve it with fruit if you prefer a lighter plate.
Vitamins
Biotin
11µg · 37% DV
B12
0.72µg · 30% DV
B2
0.26mg · 20% DV
B5
0.72mg · 14% DV
Minerals
Selenium
16µg · 29% DV
Phosphorus
99mg · 14% DV
Iodine
13µg · 9% DV
Zinc
0.61mg · 6% DV
Sodium
74mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
72mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 81 calories in 1 piece (medium) (55 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Boiled egg with red pepper is a simple preparation of a hard-boiled egg seasoned with red pepper, which may be ground spice or flakes depending on the cook. It is easy to make at home and needs little beyond a freshly cooked egg and a pinch of seasoning.
The mild, creamy yolk and firm white contrast with the pepper’s warm, sometimes gently spicy flavour. It works as part of breakfast, a quick snack, or a simple addition to a salad or packed lunch; serve it whole or cut in half so the seasoning reaches each bite. It provides protein and vitamin B12, with very little carbohydrate. Pair it with fresh vegetables or whole-grain bread for a more rounded plate, or adjust the pepper to suit your taste.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.71g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.26g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.94g
Omega 6:3 ratio 11:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (11:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.