This recipe is an excellent breakfast option when you are looking for something flavorful, rich in protein, and also full of healthy fats. Goat cheese scrambled eggs with pesto veggies is a super delicious recipe for busy mornings or even for dinner. It can be prepared in 20 minutes.
The rich combination of creamy eggs, tangy goat cheese, and flavorful pesto-infused vegetables is incredibly delicious in goat cheese scrambled eggs with pesto veggies. The amazing tastes of the pesto and the earthy richness of the goat cheese combine beautifully with the creamy texture of the eggs to create a recipe that is filling and full of flavor, just like shrimp avocado and egg salad.
WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS GOAT CHEESE SCRAMBLED EGGS WITH PESTO VEGGIES
- Quick and simple to make, this recipe is perfect for a healthy breakfast or brunch.
- The fluffy texture of the eggs enhances the creamy goat cheese.
- Perfect combination of delicious and super nutritious ingredients
Ingredients:
- 4 large eggs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers (any color you prefer)
- 1/2 cup diced zucchini
- 2 tablespoons pesto sauce
- 2 ounces goat cheese, crumbled
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
1. In a bowl, thoroughly combine the eggs, cream or milk, pepper, and salt.
2. In a nonstick skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Cook for 3–4 minutes, or until the zucchini and diced bell peppers begin to soften.
3. Once the vegetables are well covered, stir in the pesto sauce and cook for a further 1 to 2 minutes.
4. Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and fill the empty space with the whisked eggs. Allow them to cook, uncovered, for one or two minutes, or until the edges begin to set.
5. Using a spatula, gently scramble the eggs, add the vegetables as you go.
6. Top the eggs with the crumbled goat cheese after they are almost done but still little runny.
7. Cook for a minute more, or until the cheese has melted and the eggs are fully cooked.
8. Turn off the heat and, if you'd like, sprinkle some fresh basil leaves on top.
9. Serve your mouthwatering Goat Cheese Scrambled Eggs with Pesto Veggies.
NOTES / TIPS:
- Cook the eggs over medium-low heat to keep them creamy and avoid overcooking.
- For taste, add salt and pepper to the eggs, but keep in mind that goat cheese is also salty, so adjust accordingly.
- To add taste and delicious looks, garnish with fresh herbs or additional goat cheese.
- To get the creamiest and most flavorful scrambled eggs, serve them hot off the pan.