Description
Classic pesto eggs showcase a simple breakfast twist with fried eggs cooked in fragrant basil sauce. Creamy pesto and runny yolks create a delightful morning meal you’ll want to savor again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons pesto
Cooking Fats:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
Garnish and Serving Options:
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves
- Grated Parmesan cheese
- Cherry tomatoes
- Toasted bread or baguette slices
Instructions
- Warm a non-stick skillet over medium heat, coating the surface with olive oil or butter to prevent sticking.
- Spread a generous layer of vibrant pesto across the heated skillet, creating a fragrant and flavorful base for the eggs.
- Gently crack eggs directly onto the pesto-covered surface, allowing them to sizzle and cook until the whites are set and the yolks reach your preferred consistency.
- Sprinkle with a delicate pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper to enhance the herb-infused flavors.
- Optional: Elevate the presentation by scattering fresh basil leaves and a light dusting of grated Parmesan cheese over the eggs.
- Complement the dish with sweet cherry tomatoes and crisp, golden-toasted bread or baguette slices for a complete and satisfying meal.
Notes
- Choose high-quality pesto for the best flavor, preferably homemade or from a specialty store.
- Adjust cooking temperature to prevent burning the pesto and achieve perfectly crispy egg edges.
- Experiment with different types of pesto like sun-dried tomato, roasted red pepper, or spinach for unique flavor variations.
- Try this recipe with dairy-free pesto and vegan egg alternatives for a plant-based breakfast option.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 305 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 185 mg