Soft Boiled Eggs with Pesto
Elevate your breakfast or snack game with these luxurious Soft Boiled Eggs with Pesto, a dish that combines simplicity with gourmet flair. Perfectly cooked soft-boiled eggs with delightfully runny yolks are crowned with vibrant basil pesto, a drizzle of olive oil, and a sprinkle of salt and cracked black pepper for an irresistible flavor boost. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 11 minutes, pairs beautifully with toasted bread or crispy crackers, making it an ideal choice for a satisfying breakfast, brunch, or light snack. With its rich flavors, minimal prep, and stunning presentation, this recipe is perfect for any occasion—and is guaranteed to impress! Indulge in this elegant yet approachable dish that proves great food doesn’t need to be complicated.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces Large eggs
- 4 tablespoons Basil pesto
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Cracked black pepper
- 4 pieces Toasted bread or crackers
Directions
Step 1
Bring a medium saucepan of water to a gentle boil over medium-high heat.
Step 2
Carefully lower the eggs into the boiling water with a spoon to prevent them from cracking.
Step 3
Set a timer for 6 minutes for soft boiled eggs with a runny yolk. Adjust the time to 7 minutes if you want the yolks slightly more cooked but still soft.
Step 4
While the eggs cook, prepare an ice water bath in a medium-sized bowl.
Step 5
Once the timer goes off, use a slotted spoon to transfer the eggs into the ice water bath. Let them sit for 2 minutes to cool slightly and stop the cooking process.
Step 6
Gently tap the eggs on a hard surface to crack the shell, then peel carefully under running water if needed to avoid breaking the egg white.
Step 7
Place the peeled eggs onto a serving plate. Drizzle 1 teaspoon of olive oil over them and sprinkle with salt and black pepper.
Step 8
Spoon 1 tablespoon of basil pesto onto each egg for a flavorful topping.
Step 9
Serve immediately with toasted bread or crackers for dipping. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (137g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 446 |
| Total Fat 18g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 3.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1780.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 60g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 4g | |
| Protein 12g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 80.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 120.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories