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Provides protein and vitamin B12; from a free-range hen.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (whole) of Boiled small free-range egg (38 g) has 54 calories. That works out to 143 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.3 g of carbs, 4.8 g of protein, 3.6 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 7.6 µg of Biotin covers 25% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (whole) · 38 g
54
KCAL / 38G
Carbs
0.3g
· 0% DV
Protein
4.8g
· 10% DV
Fat
3.6g
· 5% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 2% · Protein 36% · Fat 62%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 54 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.6 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 1.24 g | 6% |
| Trans fat | 0.01 g | |
| Sodium | 47 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.3 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 4.8 g | 10% |
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 (whole) | 38 g | 54 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (chopped) | 9 g | 13 kcal |
| 50 g | 50 g | 72 kcal |
| 2 piece (whole) | 76 g | 109 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 143 kcal |
| 3 piece (whole) | 114 g | 163 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 135 g | 193 kcal |
Calculated from 143 calories per 100 g.
Boil a small free-range egg for about 5–6 minutes for a soft yolk or 9–10 minutes for a firm yolk. Start timing when you lower it into boiling water, then cool it promptly to stop the cooking.
A boiled small free-range egg can keep in the refrigerator for about one week if you leave the shell on. Refrigerate it promptly after cooking, and keep a peeled egg covered and use it sooner.
A greenish ring usually means the boiled small free-range egg was cooked too long. It forms through a harmless reaction between sulfur in the white and iron in the yolk; cooling the egg quickly can help prevent it.
Cool the boiled small free-range egg in cold water, gently crack the shell all over, and start peeling from the wider end. Peeling it under running water can help loosen the membrane if the shell is sticking.
A small free-range egg usually cooks faster than a large egg, so use a shorter boiling time and check the yolk for your preferred texture. The exact time also changes with the starting temperature of the egg and the cooking method.
The main difference is how the hens are raised: free-range hens have access to outdoor space. That does not change how you boil the egg, and taste or yolk color can still vary with the hen’s feed and other conditions.
Yes, a boiled small free-range egg is safe to eat cold when it has been refrigerated promptly and handled cleanly. It works well sliced into salads, sandwiches, or a packed lunch.
Yes, but reheat a boiled small free-range egg gently rather than microwaving it whole in its shell, since pressure can make it burst. Warm a peeled egg briefly in hot water, or slice it into a hot dish.
A boiled small free-range egg can be difficult to peel when the membrane clings to the white, which is more likely with very fresh eggs. Cooling it thoroughly and peeling under water may help separate the shell.
Yes, boiled small free-range eggs are convenient for meal prep. Cook them ahead, cool them, and store them unpeeled in the refrigerator; peel them shortly before serving to help keep them fresh.
Vitamins
Biotin
7.6µg · 25% DV
B12
0.42µg · 18% DV
B2
0.19mg · 15% DV
B5
0.53mg · 11% DV
Minerals
Selenium
12µg · 22% DV
Iodine
18µg · 12% DV
Phosphorus
65mg · 9% DV
Zinc
0.4mg · 4% DV
Sodium
47mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
48mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 54 calories in 1 piece (whole) (38 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.
A boiled small free-range egg is a small hen’s egg cooked in its shell until the white and yolk are set. It works well as a quick breakfast, a portable snack, or an addition to salads and sandwiches. Keep it simple with a little salt, or serve it alongside toast and fresh vegetables.
Eggs provide protein and vitamin B12, making this a compact, satisfying choice. For a lighter meal, pair it with leafy greens or tomatoes rather than a rich dressing; boiling a few ahead also makes breakfast or lunch easier to put together.
Medium
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
✓ 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
1.24g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.55g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.54g
Omega 6:3 ratio 20.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (20.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.