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    Eggs in Salsa Verde

    Published: July 8, 2020 Updated: May 24, 2022 / By: Dawn | Girl Heart Food 18 Comments

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    Pan of eggs in salsa verde garnished with toppings, and surrounded by spinach and chive flowers.

    With just 3 ingredients and less than 15 minutes, you can whip an easy and delicious egg recipe! These eggs in salsa verde can be simple enough for a weekday breakfast or fancy enough for brunch. Sure to be a favourite!

    Pan of eggs in salsa verde garnished with toppings, and surrounded by spinach and chive flowers.

    If you’re a fan of easy egg recipes, then have I got the thing for you: eggs in salsa verde (green salsa)!

    Who would have thought that some basic ingredients, when combined, could be so incredibly tasty?

    Once done, everyone can serve themselves or, what I love to do, is place the pan in the middle of the table with a tall stack of buttery, toasted bread and dig in!

    And if you want to make things even more substantial, serve with creamy polenta or skillet potatoes and lots of coffee, of course!

    Why We Love This Eggs in Salsa Recipe

    • Aside from the garnish, the base of the recipe has only 3 ingredients.
    • It comes together in less than 15 minutes.
    • Eggs in salsa is great for any meal of the day, really! Enjoy for dinner with a side salad!
    • Of course, it tastes delicious!

    How To Make This Recipe

    Full details on how to make this eggs with salsa recipe are in the recipe card below, but here are the basics:

    1. Start by wilting some baby spinach in a frying pan.
    2. Add your favourite salsa (in this case, a salsa verde was used) and warm through.
    3. Nestle eggs in the salsa spinach mixture (I like to crack each egg in a small dish first and then add to the pan). Cover.
    4. Cook until the whites are set and the yolks are cooked to how you like them. That’s it!
    Collage of steps to cook eggs in salsa verde.

    Best Pan To Use

    For me, a 10-inch non-stick frying pan works best.

    You can easily wilt your baby spinach that way and everything else cooks up nicely.

    You want a pan that’s not too small (as to not be able to fit your eggs), but not too big that you don’t get a good layer of salsa (without having to use too much).

    Close-up of a pan of salsa eggs garnished with sliced jalapeno, herbs, and microgreens.

    Tips for Making This Recipe

    • Salsas can vary in salt, taste and spice. Pick one that you enjoy best.
    • I didn’t add any salt to the recipe because, for me, the salsa is salty enough. If you want to add salt to the eggs, however, go for it.
    • Because temperatures (and ovens) can vary and everyone has a different preference for how they like their eggs cooked, cook time can vary slightly.
    Spatula picking up a salsa egg from a pan.

    Recipe Variations

    • If you don’t want to use a salsa verde (or green salsa) here, use a regular variety.
    • Instead of baby spinach, try Swiss chard or kale (these will take just a tad longer to cook).
    • Want things saucier? Feel free to add a little more salsa to the pan!
    Hand dipping a piece of toast in an egg yolk.

    More Easy Breakfast Recipes

    • Western Sandwich
    • Scrambled Egg Sandwich With Cheese
    • Breakfast Strata with Sausage
    • Pizza Omelette

    If you make these salsa eggs, be sure to leave a comment below!

    Pan of eggs in salsa verde garnished with toppings

    Eggs in Salsa Verde (Salsa Eggs)

    Dawn | Girl Heart Food
    With just 3 ingredients and less than 15 minutes, you can whip an easy and delicious egg recipe! These eggs in salsa verde can be simple enough for a weekday breakfast or fancy enough for brunch. Sure to be a favourite!
    5 from 9 votes
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    Prep Time 2 mins
    Cook Time 10 mins
    Total Time 12 mins
    Course Breakfast
    Servings 4 servings
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    Ingredients
     

    • 3 to 4 cups baby spinach, loosely packed
    • 1 ¼ cups salsa verde, or your favourite variety
    • 4 large eggs

    Garnish Ideas (optional)

    • Jalapeno, sliced
    • Cilantro, chopped
    • Chives, minced
    • Microgreens
    • Feta cheese, crumbled

    Instructions

    • Place spinach in a 10-inch sauté or frying pan over medium-low to medium heat heat and cook, stirring, until just wilted, about 1 to 2 minutes.
      Note: You can add a tablespoon or two of water to the pan when you add the spinach, should you wish.
    • Pour salsa in and just warm through.
    • Crack each egg into a small dish or ramekin (one dish per egg).
    • Make a little well in the salsa/spinach mixture and gently pour an egg in. Repeat with remaining eggs.
    • Cover with a lid and cook until the whites are set (firm) and yolks are done to your liking. This will take about 5 to 8 minutes or so, depending on how you like your eggs.
    • Garnish to taste (if desired) with any of the garnish ideas. Serve as is, or serve with skillet potatoes, hash browns, toast or creamy polenta. Enjoy!

    Notes

    • Salsas can vary in salt, taste, spice, etc. Pick one that you enjoy best.
    • Because temperatures (and ovens) can vary and everyone has a different preference for how they like their eggs cooked, cook time can vary slightly.

    A note on times provided: appliances vary, any prep and/or cook times provided are estimates only.

    Keyword eggs in salsa verde, eggs with salsa

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    If you do make this recipe, thank you!! It would mean so much if you could leave a comment below. Love to know how you enjoyed it, and it helps other readers too!

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    Comments

    1. Kathy @ Beyond the Chicken Coop

      July 11, 2020 at 11:26 am

      5 stars
      Now this is the way to do breakfast! Fast, easy and so delicious! There’s nothing better than starting the day out with a healthy breakfast and this one is a winner!

      Reply
      • Dawn - Girl Heart Food

        July 21, 2020 at 8:58 am

        Thank you so much Kathy!

        Reply
    2. Valentina

      July 10, 2020 at 5:01 pm

      5 stars
      What a fabulous quick, easy and super delicious recipe. We love this type of meal around here — any time of day. 🙂 ~Valentina

      Reply
      • Dawn - Girl Heart Food

        July 21, 2020 at 8:57 am

        Thank you Valentina! Same here!

        Reply
    3. Michelle | Sift & Simmer

      July 10, 2020 at 12:13 am

      5 stars
      Never would have thought put eggs and salsa together! This is such a brilliant recipe Dawn! My kids would love these for a weekend brunch 🙂

      Reply
      • Dawn - Girl Heart Food

        July 21, 2020 at 8:47 am

        Thank you so much, Michelle! It’s a delicious combo for sure.

        Reply
    4. Marissa

      July 09, 2020 at 9:02 pm

      5 stars
      This looks awesome, Dawn. And so easy!! Delicious with bread or even corn chips as a riff on chilaquiles. Excited to try this!

      Reply
      • Dawn - Girl Heart Food

        July 21, 2020 at 8:46 am

        Thank you Marissa! Super easy! Hope you enjoy!

        Reply
    5. Jennifer @ Seasons and Suppers

      July 09, 2020 at 10:13 am

      5 stars
      I am always looking for ways to enjoy eggs and I don’t think I’ve ever tried them with Salsa Verde, so I’ll be putting this one on the menu asap 🙂

      Reply
      • Dawn - Girl Heart Food

        July 21, 2020 at 8:46 am

        Hope you enjoy, Jennifer! They’re delicious!

        Reply
    6. Katherine | Love In My Oven

      July 08, 2020 at 5:54 pm

      5 stars
      We love egg dishes for breakfast on the weekend. This one looks amazing! That green salsa is calling my name!! I love the idea of putting the pan in the middle of the table and letting everyone dig in 🙂

      Reply
      • Dawn - Girl Heart Food

        July 09, 2020 at 9:12 am

        We do too! Thanks Katherine!!

        Reply
    7. [email protected]

      July 08, 2020 at 11:10 am

      5 stars
      Kind of incredible that something with just 3 ingredients can be so full of flavor! It is quite the beautiful presentation!! And you know how I feel about that toast dip!! Have a great day, my friend! xo

      Reply
      • Dawn - Girl Heart Food

        July 09, 2020 at 9:12 am

        Right??! Thank you so much, Annie! Have a great day too! XOXO

        Reply
    8. Alex

      July 08, 2020 at 10:06 am

      5 stars
      I have been experimenting with egg dishes lately – and this is one I am so keen to try. Huge fan of salsa Verde and baby spinach – mmmm! This will be such a wonderful way to start the day!

      Reply
      • Dawn - Girl Heart Food

        July 09, 2020 at 9:12 am

        Yay! Hope you enjoy, Alex!!

        Reply
    9. David @ Spiced

      July 08, 2020 at 9:29 am

      5 stars
      I am definitely a fan of easy egg recipes, and this one looks fantastic, Dawn! I’ve never thought about cooking eggs in salsa…but it totally makes sense. Plus, it looks like a super fancy breakfast skillet – even thought it only takes a few minutes to make!

      Reply
      • Dawn - Girl Heart Food

        July 09, 2020 at 9:12 am

        Thank you David!! It’s definitely a favourite!

        Reply

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