Nutrition facts
Per 100 grams
- Energy
- 158 kcal661.1 kJ
- Carbohydrates
- 0.4 g
- Protein
- 13.1 g
- Total fat
- 11.1 g
- Dietary fiber
- 0 g
- Sodium
- 141 mg
- Calcium
- 64 mg
Nutrition referenceMeat, Eggs & Dairy
Quail Egg
Quail eggs are small, speckled eggs with a delicate flavor, often boiled or pickled. Per 100 g they provide 158 calories with 13.1 g protein and 11.1 g fat.
158
kcalper 100g
- Carbs
- 0.4g
- Protein
- 13.1g
- Fat
- 11.1g
Reference values
About this food
Understanding this nutrition reference
Quail eggs are small, speckled eggs laid by quail, prized for their delicate flavor and small size. They are boiled, fried, pickled, or used as a garnish, and are common in Asian and European cooking.
Nutritionally, quail eggs are similar to chicken eggs in composition. Per 100 g they provide about 158 kcal, 13.1 g of protein, 11.1 g of fat, and 0.4 g of carbohydrates, with 141 mg of sodium and 64 mg of calcium.
Because quail eggs are small, several are usually eaten at once. A single quail egg weighs about 9 g. For accurate tracking, count the eggs or weigh them, and use the serving sizes below.
Portion guidance
How to use the serving references
Nutrition values are reported per 100 g. A typical quail egg (about 9 g) provides roughly 14 kcal. Use the serving sizes below to estimate portions when logging.
Questions and answers
Quail Egg nutrition FAQ
How many calories are in a quail egg?
A typical quail egg (about 9 g) provides roughly 14 calories. Per 100 g, quail eggs provide about 158 calories.
How many quail eggs equal a chicken egg?
A quail egg weighs about 9 g, while a chicken egg weighs about 50 g, so roughly five to six quail eggs match one chicken egg by weight.
How are quail eggs usually eaten?
Quail eggs are often boiled, fried, pickled, or used as a garnish. Several are typically eaten at a time.
