Avocado Toast
Avocado Toast is a quick, nutritious, and flavorful breakfast option combining creamy ripe avocado with toasted whole-grain bread, brightened by fresh citrus and seasoned perfectly. This simple yet customizable dish delivers healthy fats, fiber, and vitamins, making it a wholesome start to your day suitable for all tastes and dietary needs.
- Author: Nora
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Toasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free (with gluten-free bread)
Main Ingredients
- 1 ripe avocado
- 2 slices whole-grain bread
- 1 teaspoon lemon or lime juice
- Sea salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Optional: 1 teaspoon olive oil for drizzling
Optional Toppings and Variations
- Red pepper flakes or hot sauce for a spicy kick
- Poached egg, smoked salmon, or chickpeas for protein boost
- Fresh herbs like cilantro, basil, or chives
- Drizzle of honey or sliced strawberries for a sweet twist
- Toasted pumpkin seeds, nuts, or crispy bacon bits for crunch
- Prepare Your Bread: Select your favorite bread, ideally whole grain or sourdough, and toast it until golden and crunchy to create a warm, textured base that contrasts beautifully with the creamy avocado.
- Mash the Avocado: Cut a ripe avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a bowl. Mash gently with a fork, leaving some small chunks for texture. Add fresh lemon or lime juice, sea salt, and black pepper while mashing to combine flavors and prevent browning.
- Assemble the Toast: Spread a generous layer of the mashed avocado evenly over the toasted bread, ensuring every bite has creamy coverage.
- Add Toppings: Optionally enhance your toast with a drizzle of olive oil, chili flakes, sliced tomatoes, poached egg, fresh herbs, or other toppings to elevate flavor and nutrition according to your preference.
- Serve Immediately: Enjoy your Avocado Toast fresh for the best texture and flavor experience, balancing warm toast with cool, creamy avocado.
Notes
- Choose ripe avocados that yield slightly to gentle pressure for optimal creaminess.
- Toast bread thoroughly to avoid sogginess and maintain crunch beneath the avocado layer.
- Use fresh lemon or lime juice to brighten flavor and prevent the avocado from browning.
- Keep some avocado chunks and add crunchy toppings to enhance mouthfeel and texture contrast.
- Season generously with salt and pepper to amplify all natural flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Avocado Toast, Healthy Breakfast, Quick Meal, Nutritious, Vegan Option, Gluten-Free Option, Easy Recipe