Save A simplified flavorful breakfast eggs cooked directly in sizzling pesto served on toast for a vibrant herby start to your day
When I first tried cooking eggs in pesto it became my go-to for quick but special mornings—now I make it with toast whenever I want breakfast with a punch of flavor
Ingredients
- Basil pesto: 2 tablespoons
- Eggs: 2 large
- Rustic bread: 2 slices toasted
- Grated Parmesan cheese: optional
- Red pepper flakes: optional
- Fresh basil leaves: optional
Instructions
- Heat pesto:
- Warm the basil pesto in a non-stick skillet over medium heat until sizzling and aromatic
- Cook eggs:
- Crack eggs straight into the pesto cook for 2 3 minutes until whites are set but yolks stay runny or to desired doneness
- Toast bread:
- Toast bread slices until golden
- Serve:
- Place each pesto egg onto toast and spoon any extra pesto from pan over top
- Top:
- Add grated Parmesan red pepper flakes or basil leaves as you like serve immediately
Save My family loves these eggs—the kids ask for extra toast to soak up every bit and it makes weekday mornings more cheerful
Required Tools
Non stick skillet spatula and toaster are all you need for this speedy breakfast
Allergen Information
This dish contains eggs pine nuts and dairy check your pesto for nut or cheese if you need to avoid allergens
Nutritional Information
Each serving has about 220 calories 15 g fat 12 g carbohydrates and 11 g protein
Save Serve immediately while hot a burst of flavor and color for a fantastic start to the day
Recipe FAQ
- → Can I use store-bought pesto?
Yes, store-bought basil pesto works well and makes preparation effortless and speedy.
- → How can I make this dairy-free?
Choose a vegan pesto without cheese, and skip Parmesan as a topping to keep the dish dairy-free.
- → What bread is best for serving?
Rustic, hearty bread like sourdough or country loaf offers the ideal texture to support savory eggs and pesto.
- → Can I cook the eggs longer for firmer yolks?
Absolutely! Adjust the cooking time to achieve your preferred egg doneness, from runny to firm yolks.
- → What other toppings can I add?
Consider avocado slices, roasted cherry tomatoes, or fresh herbs for added richness and flavor variety.
- → Are there nut allergies to consider?
Yes, many pestos contain nuts. Always check the ingredients if nut allergies are a concern.