Description
Pesto eggs elevate breakfast with a zesty Italian twist, turning simple morning fare into a culinary delight. Creamy pesto and perfectly cooked eggs create a harmonious blend that beckons you to savor each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 eggs
- 2 pieces sourdough bread
Protein:
- 2 ounces herbed goat’s cheese
Seasonings and Flavor Enhancers:
- 2 tablespoons pesto
- 1 pinch kosher salt
- 1 pinch ground black pepper
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Warm a non-stick skillet over medium heat and generously coat the surface with vibrant green pesto, creating a fragrant cooking base.
- Gently crack fresh eggs directly onto the pesto-covered skillet, allowing them to nestle into the herbal spread.
- Sprinkle a delicate layer of salt, freshly ground black pepper, and a pinch of fiery red pepper flakes across the eggs for enhanced flavor complexity.
- Cook the eggs for approximately 3-4 minutes, watching carefully until the egg whites become completely opaque and set while maintaining a luscious, runny golden yolk.
- Simultaneously, transform sourdough slices into crisp, golden toast using a toaster or skillet, ensuring a crunchy exterior.
- Lavishly spread creamy herbed goat cheese across the warm toasted bread, creating a rich and tangy foundation.
- Carefully transfer the pesto-infused eggs atop the goat cheese-covered toast, allowing the yolks to gently cascade over the surface when pierced.
- Serve the eggs immediately while warm, capturing the perfect balance of textures and temperatures for a delightful breakfast experience.
Notes
- Swap traditional basil pesto with sun-dried tomato or roasted red pepper pesto for a flavor twist.
- Use vegan pesto and plant-based goat cheese alternative to make this recipe dairy-free and vegetarian-friendly.
- Experiment with different bread types like whole grain, rye, or gluten-free options to suit dietary preferences.
- For added nutrition, sprinkle toasted pine nuts or microgreens on top of the eggs for extra crunch and freshness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 510 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 26 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 185 mg