Description
These Pesto Eggs are a delicious and satisfying breakfast option that combines the richness of pesto with the creaminess of avocado and eggs on toasted bread. Easy to make and packed with flavor, this Mediterranean-inspired dish is perfect for a quick and healthy start to your day.
Ingredients
Scale
Pesto Eggs:
- 2 teaspoons pesto (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 large eggs
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 slice sourdough or whole grain bread (toasted)
- ¼ avocado (sliced)
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- Fresh basil (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Heat the Skillet: Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat.
- Add Pesto and Eggs: Add the pesto to the skillet, spread it around, then crack the eggs into the pan. Season with salt and pepper.
- Cook the Eggs: Cook the eggs to your desired doneness, approximately 3 to 4 minutes for sunny-side up.
- Toast the Bread: Toast the bread while the eggs cook.
- Assemble: Once the eggs are done, place them on the toast, add avocado slices, and sprinkle with optional toppings.
- Serve: Enjoy your Pesto Eggs immediately.
Notes
- This recipe can also be made with poached or scrambled eggs.
- Experiment with different types of pesto for varied flavors.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 toast with eggs
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 190mg
