Fried Egg on Toast with Salted Herb Butter and Radishes
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This elegant fried egg on toast offers a sophisticated twist on a breakfast classic, making it a perfect choice for a leisurely weekend brunch. The dish centres around a vibrant, homemade salted herb butter, packed with fresh parsley, dill and chives, which melts beautifully into the warm golden toast. Crisp, peppery radishes and a bright hint of lemon zest provide a refreshing contrast to the richness of the olive oil-basted eggs.
Providing a nutritious and filling start to the day, this vegetarian recipe is as versatile as it is flavourful. The herb butter can be prepared up to a week in advance and kept in the fridge, allowing you to assemble this café-style meal in mere minutes. Serve with a final crack of black pepper for a simple yet impressive seasonal dish.
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Ingredients for Fried Egg on Toast with Salted Herb Butter and Radishes
3/4 cup mixed tender herbs (such as parsley, dill, basil, chives, and/or tarragon), plus sprigs for serving
110g (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature, cut into pieces
1/2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice, plus more for drizzling
1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more
1/2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper, plus more
80g thinly sliced trimmed mixed radishes
4 slices of bread, toasted
4 Olive Oil–Basted Fried Eggs
How to make Fried Egg on Toast with Salted Herb Butter and Radishes
Back to contentsPulse 3/4 cup herbs in a food processor until finely chopped. Add butter, lemon zest, 2 teaspoons lemon juice, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoons pepper. Pulse to bring together.
Place radishes in a medium bowl; drizzle with a little lemon juice and add a pinch of salt. Toss to combine.
To serve, spread toast with herb butter and top each with a fried egg. Scatter dressed radishes over top along with a few sprigs of herbs.
Herb butter can be made 1 week ahead. Cover and chill.
Disclaimer
While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.
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28 Jan 2026 | Originally published
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