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pesto breakfast sandwich
Nawaal Ahmed

Easy Pesto Breakfast Sandwich with Egg and Avocado

Healthy Pesto Egg Breakfast Sandwich (Ready in 15 Minutes)
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380

Ingredients
  

  • 1 whole wheat English muffin split
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp basil pesto
  • 1/2 medium avocado sliced, about 75 g
  • 1/2 cup microgreens about 15 g
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice 15 ml
  • 1/4 tsp lemon zest
  • 1/8 tsp salt
  • 1/8 tsp crushed red pepper flakes

Method
 

  1. Toast the split English muffin until golden and slightly crisp on the edges
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until it shimmers lightly
  3. Crack the egg into the pan and cook until the whites are set and the yolk reaches your preferred doneness
  4. Sprinkle the egg with a pinch of salt while it cooks to enhance flavor
  5. In a small bowl, toss the microgreens with lemon juice, lemon zest, and red pepper flakes until lightly coated
  6. Spread pesto evenly over both halves of the toasted muffin
  7. Layer avocado slices on one half, pressing gently so they stay in place
  8. Place the warm egg on top of the avocado, allowing the heat to soften it slightly
  9. Add the dressed microgreens on top for a fresh, slightly tangy crunch
  10. Close the sandwich with the top muffin half and serve immediately while warm

Notes

Protein: 16 g

Carbohydrates: 30 g

Fat: 22 g

Fiber: 6 g

Sugar: 3 g

Sodium: 480 mg