🥚 Egg: calories and nutrition facts
100 g of egg has about 155 kcal; 1 large egg (50 g) has about 78 kcal. Below are the calories, protein, carbohydrates and fat per 100 g and per typical portion.
Calories in a typical portion
A typical portion is 1 large egg (50 g), with about 78 kcal and 6.5 g of protein: roughly 4% of a 2,000 kcal reference day.
| 100 g | 1 large egg (50 g) | |
|---|---|---|
| Calories (kcal) | 155 | 78 |
| Protein (g) | 13 | 6.5 |
| Carbs (g) | 1.1 | 0.6 |
| Fat (g) | 11 | 5.5 |
Where do the calories come from?
Most of the energy comes from fat: about 64% of the calories. Per 100 g: 13 g protein, 1.1 g carbohydrates and 11 g fat.
How to log it accurately
The biggest error comes from the amount, not the food: a generous serving can be twice the typical portion. In Balanza you photograph the plate and it estimates the grams, or you pick a portion from the search, and you can adjust the grams before saving.
Log it in two seconds
In Balanza you photograph the plate or type its name, and the values are worked out and added to your diary. Free, no sign-up.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in a portion of egg?
1 large egg (50 g): about 78 kcal and 6.5 g of protein.
How many calories are in 100 g of egg?
100 g of egg has about 155 kcal, with 13 g protein, 1.1 g carbohydrates and 11 g fat.
Is egg high in protein?
Yes. About 13 g of protein per 100 g, which is high relative to the calories.
How do I track egg in my food diary?
The easiest way: photograph the plate in the Balanza app or type the food name, and the amount, calories and protein are worked out for you. You can adjust the grams before saving.
Foods with similar calories
Values are approximate and rounded, per 100 g of the edible part, based on food composition tables such as USDA FoodData Central. Real values vary with brand, variety and preparation. They are guidance, not a laboratory measurement.