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Savory and colorful pesto fried eggs perfect for breakfast or brunch.

Pesto Fried Eggs

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Pesto Fried Eggs offer a quick and delicious breakfast option, combining creamy yolks with vibrant pesto for an irresistible start to your day.

  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 1

Ingredients

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  • 2 large organic eggs
  • 2 tbsp pesto sauce (homemade or store-bought)
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
  2. Crack the eggs into the skillet, ensuring they don’t touch. Cook until the whites are set but yolks remain soft, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Season with salt and pepper. Spoon pesto over each egg just before removing from heat.
  4. Gently transfer eggs to a plate, top with grated Parmesan and fresh basil leaves, and serve immediately.

Notes

  • For added flavor, consider mixing in sautéed spinach or tomatoes.
  • Leftover Pesto Fried Eggs can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days and reheated on low heat.
  • Author: Sophie
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 fried eggs (120g)
  • Calories: 313
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 365mg
  • Fat: 23g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 3g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 370mg