National Egg Day is an informal food holiday in the United States that celebrates the nutritional value, versatility, and cultural importance of eggs. It's a day to appreciate this everyday kitchen staple that powers meals around the world.

Eggs are packed with high-quality protein, essential amino acids, and nutrients like vitamin D, B12, choline, and selenium. Despite concerns about cholesterol, moderate egg consumption is considered part of a healthy diet by many nutrition experts.

From Indian egg curry to Japanese tamago sushi, French omelettes to Mexican huevos rancheros, eggs are celebrated in almost every cuisine. Their ability to be boiled, poached, scrambled, fried, or baked makes them globally indispensable.

National Egg Day also brings attention to sustainable farming practices and the importance of ethical egg production—such as free-range, cage-free, and organic egg options—promoting both animal welfare and eco-conscious food choices.

People celebrate by making their favorite egg-based dishes, sharing egg recipes, or learning egg facts. It’s also a chance to explore the science behind egg cooking and baking.