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Jammy Egg, Avocado & Pesto Toast

Gourmet breakfast toast featuring soft-boiled jammy eggs, creamy avocado, and fresh basil pesto on artisanal bread.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 toasts
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: Mediterranean, Modern
Calories: 385

Ingredients
  

Jammy Eggs
  • 4 large eggs room temperature
  • water for boiling
  • ice water for shocking
Pesto
  • 2 cups fresh basil leaves packed
  • 3 cloves garlic peeled
  • 0.33 cup pine nuts toasted
  • 0.5 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 0.5 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
Assembly
  • 4 slices artisanal bread sourdough or whole grain
  • 2 ripe avocados
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • sea salt flakes
  • freshly cracked black pepper
  • red pepper flakes optional

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Food processor
  • Toaster
  • Mixing bowls

Method
 

  1. Bring a pot of water to rolling boil. Lower room temperature eggs into boiling water and cook for exactly 6 minutes 30 seconds.
  2. Transfer cooked eggs immediately to ice water bath to stop cooking. Let sit 2-3 minutes before peeling.
  3. In food processor, pulse garlic and pine nuts until chopped. Add basil and pulse until coarsely chopped.
  4. With processor running, slowly drizzle in olive oil until desired consistency. Add Parmesan and pulse to combine. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Toast bread slices until golden brown and crispy outside but tender inside.
  6. Mash avocados with lemon juice and salt, leaving some texture for visual interest.
  7. Spread generous layer of pesto on each toast. Top with mashed avocado, spreading evenly.
  8. Slice peeled eggs in half lengthwise. Place two halves on each toast, cut-side up. Sprinkle with sea salt, pepper, and serve immediately.

Notes

For best results, use room temperature eggs to prevent cracking. Pesto can be made ahead and stored in refrigerator for up to 1 week. Toast should be served immediately for optimal texture.