Standard Egg Weight and Energy

Correct Answer: 58 g, 90 calorie

The standard chicken egg weighs 58 g and provides approximately 90 calories (kcal) of energy.

Key Nutritional Facts of a Standard 58 g Egg

• Weight: 58 g
• Energy: ~90 calories
• Water content: 74%
• Dry matter: 26% (protein 13%, fat 11%, carbohydrate 1%, ash 1%)
• Cholesterol: 230–250 mg
• Protein: ~13% (whole egg)

The egg is considered one of the most nutritionally complete foods, containing all essential amino acids, fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K), and most B-vitamins (except Vitamin C).