Description
This delicious Avocado Toast recipe is a simple yet satisfying dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, brunch, or even a quick lunch. Creamy mashed avocado on crispy toast, topped with your favorite extras, makes for a flavorful and nutritious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 slices whole grain or sourdough bread
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Toppings:
- Red pepper flakes
- Olive oil
- Poached or fried egg
- Cherry tomatoes
- Feta cheese
- Microgreens
Instructions
- Toast the Bread: Toast the bread slices to your desired crispiness.
- Spread the Avocado: Spread the mashed avocado evenly onto the toasted bread.
While the bread is toasting, cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a small bowl. Add lemon juice, salt, and pepper, and mash with a fork until smooth or slightly chunky, depending on your preference.
Add any desired toppings such as red pepper flakes for heat, a drizzle of olive oil for richness, or a poached egg for protein. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use a perfectly ripe avocado for the best texture and flavor.
- To keep avocado from browning, press plastic wrap directly onto the surface if prepping ahead.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Toasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
