Savory Pesto Eggs: A Quick Gourmet Breakfast Delight

These Pesto Eggs are a quick and healthy breakfast packed with flavor and texture.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 5

Total Time 10

Servings: 2 servings

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Pesto Eggs

1 cup Pesto homemade or store-bought
4 large Eggs fresh recommended
to taste Kosher Salt
to taste Ground Black Pepper freshly ground ideal
pinch Red Pepper Flakes optional

For the Toast

2 slices Sourdough Bread or gluten-free bread

For the Creamy Topping

1/4 cup Goat Cheese or mashed avocado for a dairy-free option

Equipment

Non-stick frying pan
Toaster

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions for Pesto Eggs

Prepare a medium non-stick frying pan over medium heat and spread a thin layer of pesto.
Gently crack the eggs into the warm pesto and season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
Toast the sourdough bread until golden brown and crispy.
Carefully lift the eggs onto the toast and drizzle extra pesto if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Pesto Eggs!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 18gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 370mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh ingredients and a good non-stick frying pan. Adjust toppings as desired for variety.

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