Description
Enjoy a delicious breakfast with creamy Pesto Eggs, featuring fluffy scrambled eggs blended with fresh basil pesto. This quick and easy dish is perfect for brunch, garnished with fresh basil and served alongside crusty bread or cherry tomatoes for a light, satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large eggs
- 1/4 cup fresh basil pesto
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
- Cherry tomatoes, halved (optional, for serving)
- Crusty bread or toast (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Start by cracking the eggs into a medium-sized mixing bowl. Ensure that no shell fragments get into the bowl.
- Using a whisk or fork, beat the eggs gently until the yolks and whites are fully combined. You want a uniform mixture without over-beating, which can incorporate too much air.
- Add a pinch of salt and black pepper to the egg mixture. This will enhance the flavor of the eggs. Mix gently to combine.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the olive oil and allow it to warm for about 30 seconds. The oil should shimmer but not smoke.
- Once the oil is hot, pour the beaten eggs into the skillet. Allow the eggs to sit undisturbed for about 30 seconds to start setting at the edges.
- Using a spatula, gently stir the eggs, pushing them from the edges toward the center. This will help create soft curds. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the eggs are mostly set but still slightly runny. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
- When the eggs are almost cooked to your liking, remove the skillet from the heat. The residual heat will continue to cook the eggs, so be careful not to overcook them.
- Once the eggs are cooked to your preference, add the fresh basil pesto directly into the skillet with the eggs. Use a spatula to gently fold the pesto into the eggs, ensuring that the mixture is well combined.
- Continue to fold the eggs and pesto together until the eggs are fully coated and the pesto is evenly distributed. This should take about 1 minute.
- If youre using grated Parmesan cheese, sprinkle it over the eggs at this point and fold it in gently. The cheese will melt slightly and add a creamy texture to the dish.
- Once the pesto is fully incorporated, taste the eggs and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if necessary.
- Transfer the pesto eggs to a serving plate. You can serve them as is or with a side of halved cherry tomatoes for a fresh touch.
- Garnish the dish with fresh basil leaves for an aromatic finish. This adds a pop of color and enhances the basil flavor.
- If desired, serve the pesto eggs with crusty bread or toast on the side. This makes for a hearty breakfast or brunch option.
Notes
- For a creamier texture, you can add a splash of milk or cream to the eggs before beating them.
- Experiment with different types of pesto, such as sun-dried tomato or arugula pesto, for a unique flavor twist.
- For added protein, consider mixing in cooked bacon, sausage, or spinach into the eggs before serving.
- Make sure to use fresh pesto for the best flavor. Store-bought pesto can work in a pinch, but homemade pesto will elevate the dish significantly.
- Adjust the cooking time based on your preference for egg doneness. For softer, creamier eggs, remove them from the heat sooner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes