⏱ 7 min totalPesto Eggs on Toast
Per 1 serving · 311 g · 4 ingredients
of a 2,000 cal day
- Protein28g14% of calories
- Carbs35g18% of calories
- Fat59g68% of calories
At a glance
One serving of Pesto Eggs on Toast (311 g) has 788 calories, with 28 g of protein, 35 g of carbohydrates and 59 g of fat. Most of its energy comes from fat (68% of calories). It is high in protein (56% DV), dietary fiber (21% DV) and Vitamin A (35% DV). Keep an eye on sodium, saturated fat and cholesterol, which provide 74%, 67% and 127% of the daily value.
High in
20%+ of the daily value
- Protein56%
- Dietary fiber21%
- Vitamin A35%
- Vitamin E55%
- Vitamin K204%
- Thiamine31%
Good source of
10–19% of the daily value
- Vitamin D13%
- Folate (B9)19%
- Potassium12%
Watch
20%+ of the daily value
- Sodium74%
- Saturated fat67%
- Cholesterol127%
Ingredients
For one serving. Tap an ingredient to see its nutrition.
Directions
- 1
Heat a medium nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the pesto and allow it to spread and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- 2
Crack an egg into a small bowl and carefully add it to the skillet on top of the pesto. Repeat with the other egg and add it on the other side of the skillet.
- 3
Cover with a tight-fitting lid and cook uninterrupted until the whites are set and the yolks are set to your liking, about 2 to 4 minutes.
- 4
Spread the ricotta cheese between the two slices of toasted bread. Slide the eggs from the skillet onto the toast and enjoy.
Vitamins & minerals
Amounts for 1 serving (311 g). Bars show % of the daily value.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 312 μg | 35% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin D | 2 μg | 13% |
| Vitamin E | 8 mg | 55% |
| Vitamin K | 245 μg | 204% |
| Thiamine | 0.4 mg | 31% |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 1 mg | 74% |
| Niacin | 4 mg | 23% |
| Vitamin B6 | 1 mg | 48% |
| Folate (B9) | 75 μg | 19% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1 μg | 41% |
| Pantothenic acid | 2 mg | 39% |
| Choline | 314 mg | 57% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 436 mg | 44% |
| Iron | 4 mg | 51% |
| Potassium | 561 mg | 12% |
| Magnesium | 108 mg | 26% |
| Phosphorus | 494 mg | 71% |
| Zinc | 4 mg | 32% |
| Copper | 0.2 mg | 21% |
| Manganese | 1 mg | 54% |
| Selenium | 50 μg | 91% |
Full breakdown · 43 more nutrients
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Alanine | 1 g | — |
| Alpha Linolenic Acid (ALA) | 0.1 g | — |
| Alpha carotene | 0 μg | — |
| Arginine | 1 g | — |
| Aspartic acid | 2 g | — |
| Beta carotene | 7 μg | — |
| Caffeine | 0 mg | — |
| Cystine | 0.4 g | — |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) | 0.1 g | — |
| Docosapentaenoic Acid (DPA) | 0 g | — |
| Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) | 0 g | — |
| Fluoride | 1 μg | — |
| Fructose | 1 g | — |
| Galactose | 0 g | — |
| Glucose | 1 g | — |
| Glutamic acid | 4 g | — |
| Glycine | 1 g | — |
| Histidine | 1 g | — |
| Hydroxyproline | 0 g | — |
| Isoleucine | 1 g | — |
| Lactose | 0 g | — |
| Leucine | 2 g | — |
| Lycopene | 0 μg | — |
| Lysine | 1 g | — |
| Maltose | 1 g | — |
| Methionine | 1 g | — |
| Monounsaturated fats | 17 g | — |
| Phenylalanine | 1 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated fats | 26 g | — |
| Proline | 1 g | — |
| Retinol | 193 μg | — |
| Serine | 1 g | — |
| Starch | 16 g | — |
| Sucrose | 0 g | — |
| Theobromine | 0 mg | — |
| Threonine | 1 g | — |
| Total omega 3 | 0.2 g | — |
| Total omega 6 | 2 g | — |
| Tryptophan | 0.2 g | — |
| Tyrosine | 1 g | — |
| Valine | 1 g | — |
| Vitamin D2 | 0 μg | — |
| Vitamin D3 | 2 μg | — |
Burning 788 calories
Estimated for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult using MET values from the Compendium of Physical Activities.
- 150minWalking (3.5 mph)
- 95minCycling (moderate)
- 66minRunning (6 mph)
- 111minSwimming laps
Common questions
How many calories are in Pesto Eggs on Toast?
One serving of Pesto Eggs on Toast (1 serving) has 788 calories, which works out to 253 calories per 100 g. That is about 39% of a 2,000-calorie day.
Is Pesto Eggs on Toast high in protein?
It provides a solid 28 g of protein per serving (56% of the 50 g daily value), but protein supplies only 14% of its calories, so it is not a protein-dense food. Foods where protein provides 30% or more of calories are generally considered protein-dense.
Is Pesto Eggs on Toast keto-friendly?
It is hard to fit into a strict keto diet. One serving has 29 g of net carbs and 18% of its calories come from carbohydrates, while most keto plans cap net carbs at 20–50 g per day.
How much sodium is in Pesto Eggs on Toast?
1702 mg per serving, which is high (20% or more of the 2,300 mg daily value).
How much sugar is in Pesto Eggs on Toast?
6.1 g of total sugars per serving. Labels list total sugars, which include natural sugars from fruit and milk as well as any added sugars.
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