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Healthy Pesto Eggs on Toast


  • Total Time: 12 minutes
  • Yield: 1 serving 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A quick and nourishing breakfast featuring golden toasted bread, runny eggs, and a swirl of fresh pesto. This recipe is the perfect balance of texture and flavor, ready in minutes.


Ingredients

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  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 thick slices of sourdough or country-style bread
  • 2 tablespoons pesto
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • Pinch of salt
  • Black pepper to taste
  • Chili flakes (optional)
  • Microgreens or fresh herbs (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat a non-stick pan over medium-low heat and toast your bread until golden and crispy.
  2. If your pesto is cold, warm it slightly in a small bowl.
  3. Add olive oil to the pan and gently crack in the eggs. Cook until whites are set and yolks are soft.
  4. Place the toasted bread on plates and top each with a cooked egg.
  5. Spoon warm pesto over the eggs, letting it naturally spread.
  6. Season with salt, pepper, and optional chili flakes. Garnish with microgreens or herbs if desired.
  7. Serve immediately and enjoy while warm.

Notes

  • Use fresh eggs for the best texture and flavor.
  • Thicker bread slices hold up better under the toppings.
  • Homemade pesto adds extra freshness and depth.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 7 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 380mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 16g
  • Cholesterol: 370mg

Keywords: pesto eggs, breakfast toast, healthy eggs, vegetarian breakfast, eggs on toast