Description
Pesto and scrambled eggs bring a delightful twist to your breakfast routine, combining creamy, fluffy eggs with the vibrant flavor of fresh basil pesto. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy mornings or leisurely brunches, transforming a simple dish into a gourmet experience in just minutes. With its stunning visual appeal and rich taste, it’s sure to impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tbsp fresh basil pesto
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter or olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Crack the eggs into a bowl and whisk until frothy.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and melt the butter or warm the olive oil until bubbly.
- Pour in the whisked eggs and gently stir with a spatula until they begin to set but remain soft and creamy.
- Add the pesto when the eggs are nearly done and fold gently to mix without fully incorporating.
- Season with salt and pepper before serving on warm plates, topped with Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 560mg