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Scrambled Pesto Eggs

Pesto Eggs Recipe

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Elevate your breakfast with this Pesto Eggs Recipe! Quick, nutritious, and bursting with flavor, it's the perfect start to your day! 🍳🌿
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine Italian
Servings 2 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Non-stick skillet For cooking the eggs.
  • 1 spatula For stirring the eggs.

Ingredients
  

Eggs

  • 4 large eggs A fantastic source of protein.

Pesto

  • 1/4 cup pesto Packed with fresh basil, garlic, and olive oil.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil Rich in monounsaturated fats.
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Adds savory depth and calcium.

Seasonings

  • to taste salt and pepper Enhances overall flavor.
  • to taste nutritional yeast For vegan option, provides cheesy flavor.
  • optional alternative herbs Experiment with parsley or arugula.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Gather your ingredients and ensure you have everything ready.

Pesto Preparation

  • If using homemade pesto, blend fresh basil, garlic, olive oil, and Parmesan cheese until smooth.

Cooking

  • Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.
  • Crack the eggs into the skillet and cook to your preference (sunny-side up or scrambled).
  • Add pesto to the eggs and stir gently to coat.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Finish cooking until eggs reach desired doneness.
  • Serve warm, garnished with extra basil or cheese if desired.

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Notes

Essential nutrition facts per serving:
Calories Fat Protein Carbs
350 25g 20g 5g
Keyword Pesto Eggs