Pesto Scrambled Eggs
Elevate your breakfast routine with these rich and flavorful Pesto Scrambled Eggs, a creamy twist on a classic morning favorite. Packed with the herbaceous goodness of fresh pesto, this recipe combines fluffy, perfectly seasoned eggs with a touch of indulgence from butter and optional Parmesan cheese. The addition of whole milk ensures a velvety texture, while a sprinkle of fresh basil adds a fragrant finishing touch. Ready in just 10 minutes, these eggs make the ultimate quick, satisfying meal for breakfast or brunch. Serve alongside crusty toast or a vibrant salad for a dish that’s as versatile as it is delicious. Perfect for those seeking a gourmet start to their day, this recipe delivers an irresistible balance of savory and aromatic flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 Large eggs
- 2 tablespoons Whole milk
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.125 teaspoons Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoons Butter
- 2 tablespoons Pesto
- 1 tablespoons Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 1 teaspoons Chopped fresh basil (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Crack the eggs into a mixing bowl. Add the milk, salt, and black pepper. Whisk vigorously until fully combined and slightly frothy.
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat and add the butter. Let the butter melt completely, ensuring it coats the bottom of the skillet.
Pour the whisked eggs into the skillet. Let them sit undisturbed for about 20-30 seconds, allowing the edges to begin setting.
Using a spatula, gently stir and fold the eggs, moving them across the skillet. Continue to stir frequently but gently, ensuring the eggs cook evenly without overcooking.
When the eggs are about 80% cooked (mostly set but still slightly runny), add the pesto. Gently fold the pesto into the eggs until evenly distributed.
Remove the skillet from heat just before the eggs are fully cooked, as the residual heat will finish cooking them to a creamy consistency.
Optional: Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the top for added flavor and garnish with a pinch of fresh basil, if desired.
Serve immediately with toast, a fresh salad, or your favorite breakfast accompaniments.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
269 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 22.8 g | 29% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.6 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 389 mg | 130% | |
| Sodium | 555 mg | 24% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 3.1 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.3 g | ||
| Protein | 14.5 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.3 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 122 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 188 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
