Pesto Eggs on Avocado Toast – Quick & Delicious Breakfast
Creamy pesto eggs on avocado toast is the perfect quick breakfast that’s better than takeout. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to perfectly creamy eggs every time. Keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Summer Peach Chia Pudding with Almonds and Easy Keto Beef Crunchwraps with Cheesy Sauce.
Why This Pesto Eggs on Avocado Toast – Quick & Delicious Breakfast Is Pure Comfort
- Easy to make with simple ingredients
- Ready in just 15 minutes
- Packed with protein and healthy fats
- Customize with your favorite toppings
What You'll Need for Pesto Eggs on Avocado Toast – Quick & Delicious Breakfast
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- eggs
- avocado
- pesto
- bread
- salt
- pepper
- olive oil
- Optional: red pepper flakes
- Optional: chopped fresh herbs
📝 Ingredient Notes
- eggs: Use fresh, free-range eggs for the best flavor.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
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- Avocado slicer — Makes prep quick and easy → See on Amazon
How to Make Pesto Eggs on Avocado Toast – Quick & Delicious Breakfast
- Toast bread: Toast bread to your desired level of crispiness.
- Mash avocado: Mash avocado with a fork, leaving some chunks for texture.
- Cook eggs: Crack eggs into a pan, add a dollop of pesto, and scramble until creamy.
- Assemble: Spread mashed avocado on toast, top with pesto eggs, and add your favorite toppings.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Pesto Eggs on Avocado Toast – Quick & Delicious Breakfast
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overcook the eggs. They'll continue to cook with residual heat. Remove them from the pan when they're still slightly runny.
- Pro tip: For a twist, try adding crumbled bacon or feta cheese to your avocado toast.
- Pro tip: Make a batch of pesto ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to a week.
Storing & Reheating Pesto Eggs on Avocado Toast – Quick & Delicious Breakfast
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftover avocado toast in the fridge for up to 2 days. Make-ahead tip: You can mash the avocado and cook the eggs ahead of time, but assemble just before serving.
Freezing Pesto Eggs on Avocado Toast – Quick & Delicious Breakfast
Not suitable for freezing.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 5-7 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 20-30 seconds.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a vegan version, use a plant-based pesto and skip the eggs or replace them with tofu scramble.
- Best substitution: You can use store-bought pesto or make your own with fresh basil, garlic, pine nuts, Parmesan, and olive oil.
- Make-ahead: You can toast the bread ahead of time and store it in an airtight container at room temperature.
- Scaling: This recipe is easy to double or triple for a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If your avocado is too hard, microwave it for 10-15 seconds to soften it.
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Pesto Eggs on Avocado Toast – Quick & Delicious Breakfast
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- eggs
- avocado
- pesto
- bread
Seasonings
- salt
- pepper
- olive oil
Optional Toppings
- red pepper flakes
- chopped fresh herbs
Instructions
- Toast bread: Toast bread to your desired level of crispiness.
- Mash avocado: Mash avocado with a fork, leaving some chunks for texture.
- Cook eggs: Crack eggs into a pan, add a dollop of pesto, and scramble until creamy.
- Assemble: Spread mashed avocado on toast, top with pesto eggs, and add your favorite toppings.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a vegan version, use a plant-based pesto and skip the eggs or replace them with tofu scramble.
- Best substitution: You can use store-bought pesto or make your own with fresh basil, garlic, pine nuts, Parmesan, and olive oil.
- Make-ahead: You can toast the bread ahead of time and store it in an airtight container at room temperature.
- Scaling: This recipe is easy to double or triple for a crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If your avocado is too hard, microwave it for 10-15 seconds to soften it.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftover avocado toast in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Freezer: Not suitable for freezing.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 5-7 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 20-30 seconds.
- Make ahead: You can mash the avocado and cook the eggs ahead of time, but assemble just before serving.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 20g
- Fat: 35g
- Carbs: 20g
- Fiber: 10g
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Cholesterol: 270mg
- Sat. Fat: 7g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Pesto Eggs on Avocado Toast – Quick & Delicious Breakfast FAQs
It's best to assemble this dish just before serving, but you can prepare the components ahead of time.
The common mistake is overcooking the eggs. Remove them from the pan when they're still slightly runny.
Yes, you can toast the bread and cook the eggs in the air fryer for a healthier version.
You can use hummus, guacamole, or even salsa for a different flavor profile.
Yes, this recipe is gluten-free if you use gluten-free bread.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Pesto Eggs on Avocado Toast – Quick & Delicious Breakfast and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
