Description
Pesto eggs are a vibrant, delicious breakfast dish that combines creamy scrambled eggs with fresh basil pesto for an elevated morning experience. This simple recipe is perfect for busy mornings or leisurely brunches, allowing you to impress guests with minimal effort. The delightful flavors of garlic and Parmesan in the pesto add a gourmet touch, while the fluffy eggs offer satisfying comfort. Serve them on toast or alongside a salad for a well-rounded meal that’s as beautiful as it is delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tbsp fresh basil pesto
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly cracked pepper
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk the eggs until fully combined and fluffy.
- Stir in the pesto until evenly mixed.
- Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Pour the egg mixture into the skillet and let it sit for 30 seconds to start setting.
- Gently stir with a spatula, folding the edges toward the center until fluffy and slightly runny (about 2 minutes).
- Season with salt and pepper before removing from heat.
- Serve immediately, optionally garnished with extra pesto.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Scrambling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 370mg