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Egglands Best Hard Cooked Eggs, 6 Count
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Egglands Best Hard Cooked Eggs, 6 Count

Eggland's Best
6 ct
Available at Foodtown
50
Calories
5.5g
Protein
55mg
Sodium
1
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Eggland's Best Hard Cooked Eggs, 6 Count are a small refrigerated pack of ready-to-eat, peeled hard‑boiled eggs aimed at shoppers who want portable protein with no prep. You'd typically find this product in the refrigerated prepared foods aisle or near the deli and salad kit section, shelved alongside pre-washed greens, rotisserie chicken pieces, snack cheese packs and grab‑and‑go lunch components. It fits occasions like quick weekday breakfasts, packed lunches and picnic or road‑trip snack stashes — anywhere a compact, protein-forward item is useful. The brand positions itself as a premium, nutrition-forward choice: marketing leans into “better egg” messaging and family-friendly trust, targeting time‑pressed parents, fitness-minded shoppers and people who prioritize convenience without exotic ingredients. Label characteristics include a simple, clean look and nutrition-forward callouts that create a health halo (emphasis on protein and vitamins), often with kid-friendly imagery on broader Eggland’s Best lines; this specific product lists only "Eggs" as the ingredient and typically carries no organic certification. Processing context: the eggs are hard‑cooked, peeled and packaged in a controlled facility — straightforward food processing rather than complex formulation. Sensory details: whites are firm and smooth, yolks are creamy yet slightly crumbly when cold; sodium is modest (about 55 mg per egg) and the neutral flavor responds well to salt, pepper or mayonnaise. Packaging is usually a clear plastic clamshell or sealed tray for visibility and portability. Rituals include slicing onto salads, halving for deviled eggs, layering on toast, or simply grabbing one as a protein snack.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.0
Servings per Container: 6
Calories50
% Daily Value*
Total Fat3.5g4%
Saturated Fat1g5%
Cholesterol150mg50%
Sodium55mg2%
Total Carbohydrate0g0%
Protein5.5g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Eggs..

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:1 / 4

Minimally Processed

Why this score?

Only whole eggs are listed and the product is simply cooked, peeled and packaged without additives, so it falls into NOVA group 1 (unprocessed or minimally processed foods). Industrial cooking and packaging are present but no ultra‑processed ingredients or formulations are used.

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Common Questions about Egglands Best Hard Cooked Eggs, 6 Count

Absolutely! These hard cooked eggs are a great source of protein, packing in about 5.5g per egg. They’re low in calories (just 50 each) and contain healthy fats, making them a solid choice for a snack or a quick breakfast. Of course, how 'healthy' they are can depend on your overall diet and lifestyle, but they certainly fit well in many balanced eating plans.

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