Egg Nutrition Facts

Egg, per 1 large (50 g), contains 72 calories, 6.3 g of protein, 0.4 g of carbohydrates, and 4.8 g of fat.

Egg Nutrition Facts

Per 1 large (50 g)

Calories72
Protein6.3 g13%
Total carbohydrate0.4 g0%
Sugars0.2 g
Dietary fiber0 g0%
Total fat4.8 g6%
Sodium71 mg3%
Potassium69 mg1%

That is roughly 143 calories per 100 g. The %DV column shows how much one serving contributes to the daily reference intake for a 2,000-calorie diet.

About egg

Egg is a complete-protein food supplying all nine essential amino acids. A 1 large (50 g) serving supplies 72 calories and 6.3 g of protein. The figures below are per common serving; totals shift with portion size, cooking method, cut, and brand, so treat them as a reliable reference rather than an exact label for a specific product.

Common questions

How many calories are in a large egg?

Egg has about 72 calories per 1 large (50 g) — roughly 143 calories per 100 g.

How much protein is in a large egg?

Egg provides about 6.3 g of protein per 1 large (50 g), which is 13% of the daily reference value.

How many carbs are in a large egg?

A 1 large (50 g) serving has about 0.4 g of total carbohydrate, including 0 g of fiber and 0.2 g of sugars.

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Reference values are per common serving, based on USDA FoodData Central. %DV uses FDA Daily Values for a 2,000-calorie diet. Actual values vary with preparation, cut, and brand.