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Source of protein and vitamin B12
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Sautéed Egg with Onion and Pepper (150 g) has 221 calories. That works out to 147 calories per 100 g. It contains 5.3 g of carbs, 16.2 g of protein, 15.3 g of fat and 1.2 g of fiber. Its 23.1 µg of Biotin covers 77% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 150 g
221
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
5.3g
· 2% DV
Protein
16.2g
· 32% DV
Fat
15.3g
· 20% DV
Fiber
1.2g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 9% · Protein 29% · Fat 62%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 221 kcal | |
| Total fat | 15.3 g | 20% |
| Saturated fat | 4.05 g | 20% |
| Trans fat | 0.05 g | |
| Sodium | 162 mg | 7% |
| Total carbohydrate | 5.3 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% |
| Protein | 16.2 g | 32% |
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 serving (medium) | 150 g | 221 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 18 g | 26 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (medium) | 36 g | 53 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 95 g | 140 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 147 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 120 g | 176 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 170 g | 250 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 323 kcal |
| 1 pack (double) | 300 g | 441 kcal |
Calculated from 147 calories per 100 g.
Cook sautéed egg with onion and pepper over gentle heat and take it off the stove while the eggs still look slightly soft. They continue setting from the residual heat, so cooking until fully firm in the pan can make them tough.
Yes, tomatoes work well in sautéed egg with onion and pepper, though they make the dish juicier. Cook the tomatoes with the onion and pepper until their excess liquid has evaporated before adding the eggs.
No, sautéed egg with onion and pepper is usually stirred as it cooks, so the finished eggs are soft curds mixed with vegetables. An omelet is generally cooked as a single folded or flat layer around its filling.
Yes, start the onions first because they usually take longer to soften. Add the peppers after the onions begin turning translucent, then cook until both vegetables are tender before adding the eggs.
Sweet bell peppers give sautéed egg with onion and pepper a mild flavor, while jalapeño or another chili adds heat. Cut the pepper into small, even pieces so it softens quickly alongside the onion.
You can freeze sautéed egg with onion and pepper, but the eggs may turn watery or grainy after thawing. It is usually better freshly cooked; if freezing, cool it promptly and reheat it thoroughly after thawing.
Toast, warm flatbread, or roasted potatoes pair well with sautéed egg with onion and pepper. A simple green salad or sliced avocado adds a fresh contrast without competing with the savory vegetables.
Yes, you can prepare the chopped onion and pepper ahead, but sautéed egg with onion and pepper tastes best when the eggs are cooked just before serving. Store the prepared vegetables covered in the refrigerator until needed.
Yes, red onion works in sautéed egg with onion and pepper and gives it a slightly sweeter flavor. Cook it until soft before adding the pepper, since the eggs need only a short time in the pan.
No, sautéed egg with onion and pepper does not need constant stirring. Let the eggs begin to set, then gently fold them through the vegetables; frequent stirring makes smaller, drier curds.
Vitamins
Biotin
23.1µg · 77% DV
B12
1.42µg · 59% DV
B5
2.13mg · 43% DV
B2
0.51mg · 39% DV
Minerals
Selenium
33µg · 60% DV
Phosphorus
246mg · 35% DV
Iodine
35µg · 23% DV
Zinc
1.58mg · 14% DV
Potassium ⭐
245mg · 7% DV
Sodium
162mg · 7% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 221 calories in 1 serving (medium) (150 g):
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Sautéed Egg with Onion and Pepper is a simple home-style dish of eggs cooked with softened onion and pepper. The vegetables bring sweetness and a little savoury depth, while the pepper can make the flavour mild or gently spicy. It is usually served hot; enjoy it for breakfast with toast or flatbread, or as a quick light meal with a salad. In Turkey, versions like this are often part of a relaxed breakfast spread.
The eggs make it a protein-rich choice and provide vitamin B12, while the vegetables add colour and flavour. For a lighter pan, soften the onion and pepper in a little oil before adding the eggs, and take them off the heat while still tender.
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
✓ 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
4.05g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.38g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.37g
Omega 6:3 ratio 17:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (17:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.