Chicken Free Pesto-Walnut Egg Skillet with Cauliflower

Total time40 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time25 min

4.8

(13)

Chicken Free Pesto-Walnut Egg Skillet with Cauliflower

This skillet is a vibrant, satisfying one-pan meal that proves eggs and vegetables can absolutely steal the show. Golden-edged cauliflower gets a warm kick from turmeric and red pepper flakes, then meets a bright, herb-forward walnut pesto that you blitz together in minutes. The pesto itself is dairy-free and built entirely from fresh basil, raw walnuts, garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice — bold, nutty, and deeply aromatic. Baby spinach wilts into the mix before six eggs are nestled into shallow wells and baked just until the whites set and the yolks stay gloriously soft. A final drizzle of pesto and a squeeze of lemon right before serving pulls every element together with a fresh, zippy finish. It's the kind of dish that looks impressive straight from the oven but comes together with straightforward pantry staples and a single skillet to wash. Whether you're cooking for a weekend brunch crowd or a quick weeknight dinner, this one earns a permanent spot in the rotation.

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Ingredients

4 servings

For the pesto

2 cups fresh basil leaves, packed
⅓ cup raw walnuts
2 cloves garlic, peeled
¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
¼ tsp salt

For the skillet

2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 medium head cauliflower (about 1 ½ lb), cut into small florets
¼ tsp ground turmeric
¼ tsp red pepper flakes
¼ tsp salt
¼ cup raw walnuts, roughly chopped
3 cups baby spinach
6 large eggs
salt and pepper, to taste

For serving

1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
fresh basil leaves, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1
Make the pesto: combine the basil, 1/3 cup raw walnuts, garlic, 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 tbsp lemon juice, and 1/4 tsp salt in a food processor or blender. Pulse until a coarse, spreadable paste forms, scraping down the sides as needed. Set aside.
2
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a 12-inch oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

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