Are Quail Eggs Keto?

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KETO VERDICTYES

Quail eggs are a stellar keto choice: ~0.4g net carbs per 100g, with balanced fat (11g) and quality protein (13g). Tiny but nutrient-dense (B12, riboflavin, selenium, choline), they’re great for snacks, salads, and meal prep—about 5 quail eggs ≈ 1 large chicken egg.

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YOUR PORTION

How much are you having?

Scale the published reference values to your portion.

Per 100 g (as listed by source). USDA FoodData Central.

How this is calculated

total carbohydrate - fiber. Each published value is multiplied by your portion divided by the reference amount. No extra fiber, sugar alcohol or allulose deductions are applied here.

Grams and milliliters are not interchangeable. Household measures require a food-specific conversion; check your scale or product label.

0.4gnet carbs in your portion

Total carbs
0.4g
Fiber
0g
Protein
13g
Fat
11g
Calories
158
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Quail eggs are a stellar keto choice: ~0.4g net carbs per 100g, with balanced fat (11g) and quality protein (13g). Tiny but nutrient-dense (B12, riboflavin, selenium, choline), they’re great for snacks, salads, and meal prep—about 5 quail eggs ≈ 1 large chicken egg.

  • Net carbs (100 g)0.4g
  • Protein (100 g)13g
  • Fat (100 g)11g
  • Keto verdictKeto-friendly

NUTRITION FACTS

Per 100 g (as listed by source)

Net Carbs
0.4g
Total Carbs
0.4g
Fiber
0g
Protein
13g
Fat
11g
Calories
158

Source: USDA FoodData Central reference record

Source fit: generic reference; variety, brand, or preparation may differ

Net-carb calculation: total carbohydrate - fiber

This USDA reference record is shared by related entries; variety, brand, or preparation may differ.

Nutrition record reviewed 2026-07-09. Maintained by KetoLens Team.

WHY IT'S KETO-FRIENDLY

  • Ultra-low carbs: Only 0.4g per 100g fits strict keto easily
  • High-quality protein: 13g complete protein supports muscle maintenance
  • Satiating fats: 11g fat per 100g supports ketone production
  • Nutrient-dense: Greater concentration of micronutrients than chicken eggs
  • B-vitamin rich: Notably high in B12, riboflavin, and folate
  • Portable & portionable: Perfect size for snacks and meal prep

PREPARATION SUGGESTIONS

SOFT-BOILED SALAD TOPPER

Boil 2–3 minutes, peel, halve, and place over greens with bacon, avocado, and olive-oil dressing.

MARINATED TEA EGGS

Hard boil 3–4 minutes, crack shells, then marinate in soy sauce or tamari with star anise and tea for 24 hours.

PICKLED QUAIL EGGS

Hard boil and peel, then pickle in vinegar, salt, and spices for a tangy, long-lasting keto snack.

DEVILED QUAIL EGGS

Mix yolks with mayonnaise, mustard, and paprika; pipe back for elegant, bite-sized appetizers.

PAN-FRIED IN BACON FAT

Fry several in hot bacon fat until edges crisp; season simply with salt and pepper.

SCOTCH QUAIL EGGS

Wrap hard-boiled eggs in seasoned ground pork or sausage; bake or fry for a protein-dense treat.