Are boiled eggs good for you? Here's what experts have to say. by Caroline C. Boyle If you’re after a nutrient-dense breakfast, boiled eggs are a quick and easy way to pack in a few essential nutrients –from antioxidants to B vitamins to choline. Because you’re not adding extra oils or fats into the cooking process, boiled eggs are considered to be one of the healthiest kinds of eggs to eat, says Jeremy O'Neal, a board-certified specialist in obesity and weight management, and licensed dietitian nutritionist specialist in the UI Health Bariatric Surgery Program . All around, boiled eggs are a low calorie, protein-rich food. What else is there to know about this breakfast staple ? We asked the experts to break down all the nutrients found in boiled eggs, how much protein they actually contain and why (for most people) they’re a great food to incorporate into an everyday, balanced diet. How many calories in an egg? One large boi...