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Jammy Egg Avocado & Pesto Toast

A delightful blend of creamy avocado, zesty pesto, and a perfectly jammy egg served on crispy toast.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 slices slices of bread (your favorite whole grain or sourdough)
  • 1 whole ripe avocado
  • 2 whole eggs
  • 2 tablespoons pesto (store-bought or homemade)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Red pepper flakes (optional) For added spice

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a small saucepan, bring water to a gentle boil. Once boiling, carefully add the two eggs. Cook for about 6-7 minutes for that perfect jammy texture.
  2. While the eggs are boiling, toast your slices of bread until they reach your desired level of crispiness.
  3. As the bread toasts, cut the ripe avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the creamy flesh into a bowl. Mash it gently with a fork, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. If you're using store-bought pesto, skip this step! For homemade pesto, blend fresh basil, garlic, pine nuts, olive oil, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
  5. After the eggs are ready, transfer them to a bowl of ice water for about 5 minutes for easy peeling. Once cool, tap them gently against a hard surface to crack the shell and peel away.
  6. On each slice of toasted bread, spread a generous layer of mashed avocado, followed by a dollop of pesto. Cut your jammy eggs in half and place them on top. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes if desired.
  7. This dish is best served immediately while everything is fresh.

Notes

For those who wish to prepare ahead, it's best to store the components separately. The mashed avocado can be stored in an airtight container with a little squeeze of lemon to prevent browning. The eggs can be refrigerated with their shell on and consumed within 2-3 days. If you have leftover pesto, it also keeps well in the fridge for about a week. When reheating toast, aim for a toaster or oven to maintain that crispy texture—microwaving can lead to sogginess.