Pesto Eggs on Avocado Toast – Easy Breakfast Recipe
Pesto Eggs on Avocado Toast is the ultimate easy breakfast recipe. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to perfectly creamy eggs every time. The crispy toast and fresh avocado create a cozy, satisfying meal. Try it with my Easy Peach Cobbler Cheesecake Bars for dessert. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Try my Easy Peach Cobbler Cheesecake Bars for dessert and For a cozy dinner, try my Burnt Honey Pie with Flaky Oat Crust.
Why This Pesto Eggs on Avocado Toast – Easy Breakfast Recipe Is Pure Comfort
- Quick and easy to make
- Creamy eggs with a hint of pesto
- Crispy avocado toast for the perfect texture
- A satisfying breakfast that keeps you full
What You'll Need for Pesto Eggs on Avocado Toast – Easy Breakfast Recipe
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Bread
- Avocado
- Eggs
- Pesto
- Salt
- Pepper
- Pesto
- Salt
- Pepper
- Optional: Red Pepper Flakes
- Optional: Chopped Tomatoes
- Optional: Fresh Basil
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Bread: Use your favorite bread for this recipe. Sourdough or whole grain work well.
- Pesto: Homemade or store-bought pesto works great. Adjust the amount to your taste.
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How to Make Pesto Eggs on Avocado Toast – Easy Breakfast Recipe
- Toast the bread: Toast your bread to your desired level of crispiness.
- Mash the avocado: Mash the avocado and spread it on the toast.
- Cook the eggs: Crack the eggs into a non-stick skillet, add a dollop of pesto, and cook until the whites are set but the yolks are still runny.
- Assemble: Place the eggs on top of the avocado toast, season with salt and pepper, and add any optional toppings.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Pesto Eggs on Avocado Toast – Easy Breakfast Recipe
- : For extra crispy toast, toast the bread twice – once before adding the avocado, and again after adding the eggs.
- Common mistake and fix: If your eggs are overcooking, use a non-stick skillet and cook them on medium-low heat. If they're still overcooking, try using a lid to create a humid environment.
- : For a spicy kick, add red pepper flakes to the eggs while they're cooking.
- : For a fresher taste, add chopped tomatoes or fresh basil as a topping.
Storing & Reheating Pesto Eggs on Avocado Toast – Easy Breakfast Recipe
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftover toast in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Make-ahead tip: The avocado can be mashed and seasoned ahead of time, but the toast is best made fresh.
Freezing Pesto Eggs on Avocado Toast – Easy Breakfast Recipe
Not recommended for this recipe.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 20-30 seconds.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a lighter meal, use English muffins instead of bread.
- Best substitution: If you don't have pesto, you can use fresh basil and garlic instead.
- Make-ahead: The avocado can be mashed and seasoned ahead of time, but the toast is best made fresh.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to serve more people.
- Troubleshooting: If your avocado is browning, squeeze some lemon juice on it before mashing.
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Pesto Eggs on Avocado Toast – Easy Breakfast Recipe
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Bread
- Avocado
- Eggs
- Pesto
- Salt
- Pepper
Seasonings
- Pesto
- Salt
- Pepper
Optional Toppings
- Red Pepper Flakes
- Chopped Tomatoes
- Fresh Basil
Instructions
- Toast the bread: Toast your bread to your desired level of crispiness.
- Mash the avocado: Mash the avocado and spread it on the toast.
- Cook the eggs: Crack the eggs into a non-stick skillet, add a dollop of pesto, and cook until the whites are set but the yolks are still runny.
- Assemble: Place the eggs on top of the avocado toast, season with salt and pepper, and add any optional toppings.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a lighter meal, use English muffins instead of bread.
- Best substitution: If you don't have pesto, you can use fresh basil and garlic instead.
- Make-ahead: The avocado can be mashed and seasoned ahead of time, but the toast is best made fresh.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to serve more people.
- Troubleshooting: If your avocado is browning, squeeze some lemon juice on it before mashing.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftover toast in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Freezer: Not recommended for this recipe.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 20-30 seconds.
- Make ahead: The avocado can be mashed and seasoned ahead of time, but the toast is best made fresh.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 18g
- Fat: 30g
- Carbs: 35g
- Fiber: 10g
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Cholesterol: 270mg
- Sat. Fat: 5g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Pesto Eggs on Avocado Toast – Easy Breakfast Recipe FAQs
While you can mash the avocado ahead of time, the toast is best made fresh. The eggs will also become rubbery if reheated.
Use a non-stick skillet and cook them on medium-low heat. If they're still overcooking, try using a lid to create a humid environment.
While you can toast the bread in the air fryer, cooking the eggs in it can be tricky. It's best to stick to the stovetop for this recipe.
Store leftover toast in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. The eggs will become rubbery if reheated.
While the avocado can be mashed and seasoned ahead of time, the toast is best made fresh. The eggs will also become rubbery if reheated, making this recipe less ideal for meal prepping.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Pesto Eggs on Avocado Toast – Easy Breakfast Recipe 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!
