Easy Pesto Eggs with Toast (Viral TikTok Recipe) (2024)

This Pesto Eggs recipe is a quick and easy meal for any day of the week. It’s a simple savory breakfast made with eggs, pesto, and toast.

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Viral TikTok Pesto Eggs Recipe

This viral pesto eggs recipe is a tasty, balanced breakfast that makes healthy eating easy.

It’s a great weekday breakfast because it comes together quickly but it’s also “fancy” enough for a weekend brunch when served with avocado toast and a cup of the best chai tea!

Pesto and eggs are a really delicious combo and are so good for breakfast, especially if you prefer a savory breakfast. I couldn’t get behind sweet potato toast but this recipe gets a yes from me.

This recipe is best with Sunny-Side-Up Eggs but a traditional fried egg works fine too.

A fried pesto egg is so simple to make because it only calls for a few main ingredients. Pesto adds SO much flavor. It’s made with basil, pine nuts, olive oil, and parmesan cheese. A little goes a long way and is a sure-fire way to flavor up simple protein dishes!

Viral Pesto Eggs were originally shared by Amy Wilichowski (@amywilichowski) on TikTok and have been popular ever since. They’ve been viewed over 8 million times! Her version is made with goat cheese but I’m not a huge fan so I prefer avocado.

If you’re looking for more TikTok recipes, try this Cottage Cheese Queso and Edible Protein Cookie Dough. They’re both delicious and insanely popular.

If you tried and loved this recipe, please give it a 5-star rating and let me know in the comments!

Enjoy!

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Pesto Egg Ingredients

  • Pesto
  • Large Eggs
  • Avocado
  • Sourdough Toast
  • Salt & Fresh Cracked Black Pepper
  • Crushed Red Pepper or Chili Flakes, optional

Be sure to check out the full recipe and ingredient list in the recipe card below.

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How to Make Pesto Eggs

Step 1. Heat a non-stick frying pan over medium-low heat. Add the 2 tablespoons of pesto and increase to medium heat and cook for 1 minute.

Step 2. Crack the eggs over the pesto and season with salt and fresh cracked pepper. Cook the eggs to your desired doneness. (I prefer Sunnyside Up with the yolk still runny.)

Step 3. Top each slice of Sourdough Toast with 1/4 avocado. Slice the avocado thinly or mash the avocado.

Step 4. Top each piece of toast with 1 egg and garnish with crushed red pepper flakes, if desired. Serve immediately.

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What to Serve With Pesto Eggs

I like to serve these Pesto Eggs on a slice of toasted sourdough bread. Sometimes, I make avocado toast and smash 1/4 – 1/2 an avocado on the toast before adding the eggs.

I also highly recommend adding a bit more pesto to the egg after it’s cooked.

You could also make a pesto egg sandwich. Just sandwich the cooked pesto egg between two slices of bread (keto bread for low calorie) and add a thin slice of cheese if you want!

A sprinkle of crushed red pepper flakes, fresh cracked black pepper, parmesan cheese, ricotta cheese, goat cheese, a sprinkle of flaky sea salt, or fresh tomatoes or cherry tomatoes, and fresh basil are great topping ideas too.

There are LOTS of flavor combinations that you could try to keep things interesting.

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Are Eggs Healthy?

Eggs are a healthy source of protein and a great addition to a healthy diet. They’re also a good source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.

Nutrients are found in the yolk and the egg white is pure protein. Each egg is around 77 calories and contain 6 grams of protein.

Pasture raised eggs provide the most nutritional value.

Tips for Making this Pesto Egg Recipe

  1. I use a jar of pesto (or pesto sauce) from the grocery store but you could use homemade pesto if that’s what you prefer.
  2. Use low calorie bread or keto bread to keep the calorie count lower.
  3. I don’t recommend cooking these eggs at a temperature any higher than medium. Even medium-high heat has a tendency of cooking the egg too quickly before the top cooks enough and you don’t want to burn your pesto.

Be sure to check out the full recipe and ingredient list below

If you tried and loved this recipe, please leave a comment and a star rating below!

More healthy

Breakfast Recipes to Try

  • Overnight Oats
  • Low Calorie Pumpkin Muffins
  • Healthy Pumpkin Smoothies

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Pesto Eggs with Sourdough Toast (Viral TikTok Recipe)

This Pesto Eggs recipe is a quick and easy meal for any day of the week. It’s a simple savory breakfast made with eggs, pesto, and toast.

5 from 33 votes

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Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Keyword: avocado toast, healthy breakfast recipes, Viral TikTok Recipes

Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 5 minutes minutes

Total Time: 10 minutes minutes

Servings: 2

Calories: 318kcal

Author: Sharon Lachendro

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons Pesto
  • 2 Large Eggs
  • 1/2 Avocado
  • 2 slices Sourdough Toast
  • Fine Sea Salt
  • Fresh Cracked Black Pepper
  • Crushed Red Pepper Flakes

Instructions

  • Heat a non-stick frying pan over medium-low heat. Add the 2 tablespoons of pesto and increase to medium heat and cook for 1 minute.

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  • Crack the eggs over the pesto and season with salt and fresh cracked pepper. Cook the eggs to your desired doneness. (I prefer Sunnyside Up with the yolk still runny.)

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  • Top each slice of Sourdough Toast with 1/4 avocado. Slice the avocado thinly or mash the avocado.

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  • Top each piece of toast with 1 egg and garnish with crushed red pepper flakes, if desired. Serve immediately.

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Notes

  1. Calories are estimated. For the most accurate calorie count, weigh your ingredients on a digital kitchen scale and use a calorie counting app like LoseIt! or My Fitness Pal.
  2. See post for additional toppings and serving suggestions.

Nutrition

Calories: 318kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 530mg | Potassium: 319mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 378IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 66mg | Iron: 3mg

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