An average-sized egg contains about 6 to 7 grams of protein. The exact amount depends on the size of the egg:
- Small egg (38-48 grams): approximately 4.8 to 5.2 grams of protein
- Medium egg (44-58 grams): about 5.5 to 6.4 grams of protein
- Large egg (50-68 grams): roughly 6.3 to 7.5 grams of protein
- Extra large egg (56-78 grams): around 7.1 to 8.7 grams of protein
- Jumbo egg (63+ grams): up to about 7.9 to 8 grams of protein
Both the egg white and yolk contain protein, with the white providing slightly more protein overall due to its larger volume. For example, in a 60-gram egg, the white contains about 4.2 grams of protein, and the yolk about 3.4 grams
. The protein content remains roughly the same whether the egg is raw, boiled, or fried, around 6 to 7 grams for a large egg
. In summary, a typical large egg provides about 6 to 7 grams of high-quality, complete protein containing all nine essential amino acids, making eggs an excellent protein source.
