Description
Avocado toast is a deliciously creamy and nutritious dish that comes together in minutes. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a quick snack, this versatile recipe allows for endless customization with your favorite toppings. Enjoy the satisfying crunch of toasted bread paired with rich avocado goodness for a delightful start to your day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe avocados
- 4 slices whole grain or sourdough bread
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Sea salt, to taste
- Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Toast the bread slices until golden brown and crispy.
- Cut the avocados in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a bowl. Mash the avocado with a fork until smooth yet chunky.
- Season the mashed avocado with sea salt and freshly cracked pepper. Optionally, add lemon juice or garlic powder for extra flavor.
- Spread the mashed avocado generously over each slice of warm toasted bread.
- Top with your choice of garnishes such as sliced tomatoes, poached eggs, or microgreens. Serve immediately and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Toasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice of avocado toast (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, try incorporating toppings like feta cheese, smoked salmon, or chili flakes. - To prevent browning of leftover mashed avocado, sprinkle with lemon juice before storing in an airtight container.