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Small but nutrient-dense egg, rich in protein, vitamins, and minerals.
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
5 piece (medium) of Raw quail egg (50 g) has 79 calories. That works out to 158 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.2 g of carbs, 6.6 g of protein, 5.6 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.8 µg of B12 covers 33% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 5 piece (medium) · 50 g
79
KCAL / 50G
Carbs
0.2g
· 0% DV
Protein
6.6g
· 13% DV
Fat
5.6g
· 7% 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 1% · Protein 34% · Fat 65%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 79 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.6 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 1.6 g | 8% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 71 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 6.6 g | 13% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 5 piece (medium) | 50 g | 79 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 10 g | 16 kcal |
| 2 piece (extra small) | 20 g | 32 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 30 g | 47 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 79 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 158 kcal |
| 10 piece (large) | 100 g | 158 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 158 kcal |
| 1 pack (jumbo) | 120 g | 190 kcal |
| 12 piece (jumbo) | 120 g | 190 kcal |
Calculated from 158 calories per 100 g.
No, raw quail egg is not reliably safe to eat. Even a fresh egg with an intact shell can carry Salmonella or other harmful bacteria; cooking the white and yolk until firm is the dependable way to reduce that risk.
Raw quail egg provides protein and micronutrients, but eating it raw does not make it more nutritious than eating it cooked. Cooking also makes egg protein easier to digest and reduces the risk of foodborne infection.
There is no reliable rule that raw quail egg is free from Salmonella or safer than raw chicken egg. The bird species and the egg’s small size do not remove the risk, so cook it thoroughly rather than relying on it being safer.
No, avoid raw quail egg during pregnancy because foodborne infections can have more serious consequences. Eat it only when thoroughly cooked. If you have eaten it raw and feel unwell, contact a healthcare professional.
No, children should not be given raw quail egg. Foodborne infections can be more serious for young children, so cook the egg until both the white and yolk are firm before serving it.
Keep raw quail egg refrigerated in its shell and avoid leaving it at room temperature for long periods. Discard cracked or foul-smelling eggs, and cook an egg promptly after cracking it rather than storing it raw.
No, do not wash quail eggs before storing them; washing can damage the shell’s natural protective coating and make bacterial entry easier. If an egg is visibly dirty, do not use it raw—discard it or cook it thoroughly.
No, there is no reliable evidence that raw quail egg boosts testosterone or improves sexual performance. Eating it raw adds a foodborne infection risk without a proven benefit; choose cooked eggs as part of meals instead.
No, raw quail egg is not a proven treatment for allergies or asthma. It can itself trigger an egg allergy, and consuming it raw also carries a bacterial risk; it should not replace prescribed care.
Do not freeze raw quail egg in its shell, because the shell can crack. To freeze it, remove the shell, beat the yolk and white together, and store the mixture in a sealed container; thaw it in the refrigerator and cook it thoroughly.
Vitamins
B12
0.8µg · 33% DV
Biotin
10µg · 33% DV
B2
0.4mg · 31% DV
B5
0.75mg · 15% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
113mg · 16% DV
Selenium
6µg · 11% DV
Iron
1.85mg · 10% DV
Zinc
0.8mg · 7% DV
Sodium
71mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
66mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 79 calories in 5 piece (medium) (50 g):
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Crack open the small, speckled shell and a raw quail egg can be eaten without cooking. Quail eggs are more often served cooked: hard-boiled as a snack, tucked into salads, or added to skewers and other small dishes in many parts of the world. Some people use them raw in drinks or sauces, but raw eggs carry a foodborne illness risk compared with cooked ones.
Despite their size, raw quail eggs provide protein and fat, along with a range of vitamins and minerals. If you plan to eat one raw, choose eggs from a reliable source and keep them properly chilled; cooking them thoroughly is the more cautious option, especially for people more vulnerable to foodborne illness. For a simple, lighter serving, boil them and pair with fresh greens.
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 1
Unprocessed
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
1.6g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.15g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 8.1:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (8.1:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.