Description
Quick and easy pesto eggs on toast! A flavorful twist on classic fried eggs, perfect for a simple breakfast or brunch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon pesto (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 slice of bread (sourdough, whole wheat, or your favorite)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: red pepper flakes, crumbled feta cheese, cherry tomatoes, fresh basil leaves
Instructions
- Heat the Olive Oil: In a non-stick skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-low heat.
- Add the Pesto: Add the pesto to the skillet. Swirl it around to coat the bottom of the pan.
- Crack the Eggs: Gently crack the eggs directly into the pesto-infused oil.
- Season the Eggs: Season the eggs with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Cook the Eggs: Cook the eggs to your desired doneness (3-7 minutes). Cover the skillet with a lid to help the eggs cook more evenly.
- Toast the Bread: While the eggs are cooking, toast the slice of bread to your desired level of crispness.
- Place the Eggs on Toast: Carefully slide the pesto eggs onto the toasted bread.
- Add Optional Toppings: If desired, add your favorite toppings.
- Serve Immediately: Serve the pesto eggs immediately.
Notes
- Use any type of pesto you like.
- Adjust egg cooking time to your preference.
- Feel free to use any type of bread.
- Experiment with different cheese options.
- Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your liking.
- Add other vegetables to the pesto eggs.
- For a slightly different take, try poaching the eggs in pesto-infused water.
- Turn your pesto eggs into a sandwich by placing them between two slices of toasted bread with your favorite toppings.
- Serve your pesto eggs with a side of fruit, yogurt, or avocado for a complete and satisfying meal.
- For the best flavor, use homemade pesto.
- To prevent the eggs from sticking to the skillet, use a good quality non-stick skillet and make sure it is properly heated before adding the oil and pesto. You can also add a small amount of butter to the skillet along with the olive oil.
- This recipe can be easily adapted to meet various dietary needs. Use gluten-free bread for a gluten-free option. Substitute vegan pesto for a vegan option. Use egg whites only for a lower-cholesterol option.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes