Best Pesto Toast Recipe

Pesto toast with sunny-side-up eggs is a delightful way to start your day or enjoy a quick, flavorful meal. This recipe combines fresh homemade pesto, creamy feta cheese, and perfectly cooked eggs on toasted sourdough bread. It’s a perfect blend of rich flavors and textures that will leave you craving more.

Ingredients

For the Pesto

• 2 cups fresh basil
• 1/4 cup pine nuts
• 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, finely grated
• 2 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
• 1 lemon, zested and juiced
• 1/4 cup olive oil

For the Pesto Eggs on Toast

• 2 large eggs
• 2 slices of bread (sourdough or preferred type)
• 2 tablespoons creamy Macedonian Feta or other spreadable cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Extra grated Parmesan and chili pepper flakes for garnish

Directions

Making the Pesto

1. Combine Ingredients: In a food processor, add 2 cups of fresh basil, 1/4 cup pine nuts, 1/2 teaspoon sea salt, 2 cloves of roughly chopped garlic, 1/2 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese, the zest of 1 lemon, and half of the lemon juice.
2. Blend: Pulse the ingredients a few times to combine.
3. Add Olive Oil: With the processor running, gradually add 1/4 cup of olive oil until the mixture is well blended. Set aside.

Preparing the Pesto Eggs on Toast

1. Heat the Pan: Heat a non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat.
2. Cook the Eggs: Spread 2 tablespoons of the prepared pesto in the pan. Crack 2 large eggs over the pesto, one at a time, and season with salt and pepper. Cook the eggs sunny-side up for 4-5 minutes until the whites are opaque.
3. Toast the Bread: While the eggs are cooking, toast 2 slices of bread.
4. Spread the Feta: Spread each toast with 1 tablespoon of creamy Macedonian Feta or your preferred spreadable cheese.
5. Assemble the Toast: Transfer the cooked eggs onto the prepared toast.
6. Garnish: Garnish with extra grated Parmesan and chili pepper flakes to taste.

Serving

Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture. Enjoy this delicious pesto toast with a side of fresh fruit or a simple salad for a complete meal.

Nutritional Information

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cooking Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 20 minutes
• Calories: 450 per serving
• Servings: 2

This Best Pesto Toast Recipe is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even a quick dinner. The homemade pesto adds a fresh and vibrant flavor, while the creamy feta and sunny-side-up eggs create a rich and satisfying bite. Give it a try and enjoy this delightful dish any time of the day!

Best Pesto toast Recipe

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• Author: Dulcia
• Total Time: 20 minutes
• Yield: 2 1x

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Ingredients

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2 large eggs
2 slices of bread (sourdough or preferred type)
2 cups fresh basil
1/4 cup pine nuts
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, finely grated
2 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1 lemon, zested and juiced
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons creamy Macedonian Feta or other spreadable cheese

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Instructions

For the Pesto:
In a food processor, combine basil, pine nuts, salt, garlic, Parmesan cheese, lemon zest, and half of the lemon juice.
Pulse a few times, then, with the processor running, gradually add the olive oil until the mixture is well blended.
For the Pesto Eggs on Toast:
Heat a non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat and spread 2 tablespoons of pesto in the pan.
Crack the eggs over the pesto, one at a time, seasoning with salt and pepper.
Toast the bread slices and spread with creamy Feta.
Cook eggs sunny-side up for 4-5 minutes until the whites are opaque.
Transfer the eggs onto the prepared toast.
Garnish with extra grated Parmesan and chili pepper flakes to taste.

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes

Nutrition

• Calories: 450 Kcal