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smoked salmon with scrambled eggs and pesto on a slice of bread.
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Smoked Salmon and Eggs with Pesto

Smoked salmon with eggs and pesto is a quick, flavorful breakfast made with soft scrambled eggs, tender smoked salmon, and fresh pesto on toasted bread. A simple, protein packed meal perfect for breakfast or brunch.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Keyword: eggs, eggs and pesto, salmon, salmon and eggs, smoked salmon, smoked salmon and eggs
Servings: 1 serving
Author: Joanie Zisk

Equipment

Ingredients

  • ½ tablespoon salted butter
  • 2 large eggs -lightly beaten
  • ⅛ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh chives
  • 1 slice bread (use french bread, whole wheat, sourdough, pumpernickel, english muffin or a bagel)
  • 1-2 tablespoons pesto
  • 2 ounces thinly sliced smoked salmon

Instructions

  • Melt the butter in a small nonstick skillet over medium low heat.
  • Add the eggs to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and stir in the chives. Gently stir with a spatula until soft curds form. Continue folding the eggs until they are thickened and still slightly moist, then remove from the heat.
  • Toast the bread until golden.
  • Spread the pesto over the warm toast.
  • Layer the smoked salmon on top.
  • Spoon the scrambled eggs over the salmon.
  • Add a final pinch of salt and pepper if needed.

Notes

  • Toast the Bread: Toasting keeps the bread crisp and prevents it from softening under the pesto and eggs.
  • Cook Eggs Low and Slow: Gentle heat creates soft, creamy scrambled eggs. Stir occasionally and remove from the heat while they are still slightly glossy.
  • Assemble Just Before Serving: This keeps the toast crisp and the toppings fresh.
  • Use High Quality Smoked Salmon: Pick salmon with a firm texture and a clean, mild flavor. Thin slices work best for layering.
  • Season the Eggs Well: A small pinch of salt and pepper makes a noticeable difference. Taste and adjust before assembling.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 394kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 401mg | Sodium: 922mg | Potassium: 288mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1150IU | Vitamin C: 1.7mg | Calcium: 119mg | Iron: 3.2mg

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