Boiled Egg — Calories & Nutrition
78
kcal
per serving
6g
Protein
1g
Carbs
5g
Fat
0g
Fiber
Nutrition data from USDA FoodData Central · Per 1 serving · Values are estimates
📏 Adjust servings
1
serving
78
kcal
6g
Protein
1g
Carbs
5g
Fat
0g
Fiber
🛒 Ingredients (1 serving)
- Egg1 large (50g)
- Waterenough to cover
- Salt (optional)pinch
👨🍳 Instructions
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1Place egg(s) in a saucepan. Cover with cold water by at least 2cm. Add a pinch of salt (optional — helps with peeling).
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2Bring to a full boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce to a gentle simmer.💡 Starting in cold water gives more even cooking than adding eggs to boiling water.
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3Time from the boil: Soft boiled (runny yolk): 6 minutes. Medium boiled: 8 minutes. Hard boiled (fully set): 10–12 minutes.
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4Transfer immediately to ice-cold water for 5 minutes. This stops the cooking process and prevents the grey-green ring around the yolk.
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5Peel under running water. The shell should slide off easily, especially if the egg is not too fresh.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories in a boiled egg?
One large hard-boiled egg (50g, no shell) contains 78 kcal, 6g protein, 5g fat and 1g carbs. A medium egg (44g) is approximately 63 kcal; a large egg (56g) approximately 87 kcal.
Are boiled eggs good for weight loss?
Yes — boiled eggs are one of the most satiating foods per calorie. 2 boiled eggs (156 kcal) provide 12g protein which helps reduce overall calorie intake throughout the day.
How many boiled eggs per day?
Most research suggests up to 3 eggs per day is safe for healthy adults without elevated cardiovascular risk. Eggs are high in cholesterol but have minimal impact on blood cholesterol in most people.
Boiled egg vs fried egg calories?
Hard boiled egg: 78 kcal. Fried egg in butter: ~120 kcal. Fried in olive oil: ~115 kcal. Poached (no fat): ~72 kcal. Boiling is the lowest-calorie cooking method.
How many calories in 2 hard boiled eggs?
2 large hard-boiled eggs = approximately 156 kcal, 12g protein, 10g fat, 2g carbs.
How long do boiled eggs last in the fridge?
Hard-boiled eggs (unpeeled) last up to 1 week in the fridge. Peeled eggs last up to 5 days stored in a bowl of cold water. Soft-boiled eggs: consume within 2 days.
What is the difference between soft and hard boiled eggs?
Soft boiled (6 min): runny yolk, set white — 78 kcal. Hard boiled (12 min): fully set yolk and white — 78 kcal. Calories are identical; only texture differs.
Are boiled eggs high in protein?
1 large boiled egg provides 6g complete protein containing all essential amino acids. Boiled egg protein is 91% digestible — one of the highest bioavailability scores of any protein source.