How to Make Pesto Scrambled Eggs
How to Make Pesto Scrambled Eggs is a easy Italian-American recipe that serves 1. 570 calories per serving. Recipe by mahalocooking on YouTube.
Prep: 3 min | Cook: 5 min | Total: 13 min
Cost: $1.52 total, $1.52 per serving
Ingredients
- 2 large Eggs (room temperature)
- 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil (for sautéing)
- 1 pinch Salt (to taste)
- 1 pinch Black Pepper (freshly ground)
- 0.25 cup Parmesan Cheese (shredded)
- 1 tablespoon Store‑bought Pesto (any basil pesto; can be homemade)
Instructions
Gather and Prep Ingredients
Crack the two eggs into a small bowl, add a pinch of salt and pepper, and set aside. Measure 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan, 2 tbsp olive oil, and 1 tbsp pesto.
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Heat Pan and Add Oil
Place the sauté pan over medium heat and add the 2 tbsp olive oil. Let the oil heat until it shimmers, about 30 seconds.
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Temperature: Medium heat
Melt Parmesan
Sprinkle the shredded Parmesan into the hot oil and stir for about 30 seconds until it begins to melt and become fragrant.
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Temperature: Medium heat
Add Eggs and Begin Scrambling
Pour the beaten eggs into the pan, letting them sit for a few seconds, then gently stir with a fork or spatula, moving the set edges toward the center.
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Temperature: Medium heat
Incorporate Pesto
When the eggs are about half‑set, add the tablespoon of pesto. Fold it in gently, continuing to scramble until the eggs are just cooked through but still soft and creamy.
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Temperature: Medium heat
Serve
Transfer the pesto scrambled eggs to a plate, garnish with a little extra Parmesan if desired, and enjoy immediately.
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Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 570
- Protein
- 24g
- Carbohydrates
- 5g
- Fat
- 45g
- Fiber
- 1g
Dietary info: Vegetarian, Gluten‑Free (if pesto is gluten‑free)
Allergens: Eggs, Dairy (Parmesan), Tree nuts (if pesto contains pine nuts)
Last updated: March 14, 2026








