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High in protein, with added fat from margarine
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Egg cooked with margarine (60 g) has 118 calories. That works out to 196 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.7 g of carbs, 7.9 g of protein, 9.1 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 12 µg of Biotin covers 40% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 60 g
118
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
0.7g
· 0% DV
Protein
7.9g
· 16% DV
Fat
9.1g
· 12% 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 27% · Fat 71%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 118 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9.1 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 2.46 g | 12% |
| Trans fat | 0.12 g | |
| Sodium | 87 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.7 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 7.9 g | 16% |
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) | 60 g | 118 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 45 g | 88 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 75 g | 147 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 90 g | 176 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 196 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 120 g | 235 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 294 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 180 g | 353 kcal |
Calculated from 196 calories per 100 g.
Yes, eggs cook well in margarine. Melt it over medium-low heat, then add the eggs once it has spread across the pan; avoid letting it smoke or brown, since overheated margarine can taste burnt and make the eggs cook too quickly.
Use a nonstick pan and let the margarine coat its surface before adding the egg. Keep the heat moderate and wait until the white begins to set before moving it; trying to lift the egg too early can tear it and leave it stuck.
Yes, an egg cooked with margarine usually has a milder, less buttery flavor. Butter gives a richer taste but can brown faster, so cook the egg over moderate heat if you substitute butter in the same pan method.
Medium-low to medium heat works best for an egg cooked with margarine. High heat can make the margarine smoke or brown before the egg is done, while gentler cooking gives the white time to set without making it rubbery.
Yes, margarine works for scrambled eggs. Melt a small amount over low to medium heat, add beaten eggs, and stir gently as they set; take the pan off the heat while the eggs still look slightly moist because residual heat keeps cooking them.
A firm cooking margarine generally works better than a very soft, spreadable tub margarine for an egg cooked in a pan. Soft spreads may contain more water, which can make the pan sputter and the egg cook less evenly.
Black pepper, chives, paprika, and a little salt pair well with an egg cooked with margarine. Add fresh herbs after cooking so their flavor stays bright; if the margarine is salted, taste the egg before adding extra salt.
Put leftover egg cooked with margarine in a covered container and refrigerate it within two hours of cooking. It keeps for about 3–4 days in the refrigerator, though its texture is best when freshly made.
You can freeze egg cooked with margarine, but it often turns watery or rubbery after thawing. If you do freeze it, seal it well and thaw it in the refrigerator; freshly cooked eggs generally have a much better texture.
An egg cooked with margarine can be part of a filling breakfast and supplies protein, while the margarine adds fat. The type of margarine matters because its fat composition varies; using a modest amount and serving the egg with vegetables makes a practical meal.
Vitamins
Biotin
12µg · 40% DV
B12
0.66µg · 28% DV
B2
0.27mg · 21% DV
B5
0.84mg · 17% DV
Minerals
Selenium
17µg · 31% DV
Phosphorus
119mg · 17% DV
Iodine
14µg · 9% DV
Zinc
0.78mg · 7% DV
Sodium
87mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
83mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 118 calories in 1 piece (medium) (60 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.
Egg cooked with margarine is a simple pan-cooked egg, prepared by melting margarine in a skillet and cooking the egg to your preferred set. It is a home-style preparation rather than a dish tied to one particular region, and can be made with the yolk soft or fully cooked.
It is often served at breakfast, with toast or other bread; a soft yolk is handy for dipping, while a firmer egg is easy to add to a sandwich. The egg makes this a protein-rich option, while the margarine contributes much of its fat. For a lighter plate, use a modest amount of margarine and serve it with tomatoes, greens or other fresh vegetables.
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 3
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
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.46g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.36g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.5g
Omega 6:3 ratio 25.2:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (25.2:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.