Description
This Simple Avocado Toast recipe is the perfect base for a variety of creative toppings. With creamy mashed avocado spread over crispy toast, it’s delicious on its own or elevated with your favorite ingredients. Whether you go for a spicy kick, fresh veggies, or a savory twist, this versatile dish makes a perfect breakfast, lunch, or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices of whole-grain bread (or bread of choice)
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional toppings: sliced cherry tomatoes, radishes, poached egg, red pepper flakes, feta cheese, microgreens, smoked salmon, or anything you prefer
Instructions
- Toast the bread slices until golden and crispy. Set aside.
- Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a small bowl.
- Mash the avocado with a fork and add the lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix until creamy and smooth.
- Spread the mashed avocado evenly over the toasted bread slices.
- Add your desired toppings, such as sliced cherry tomatoes, a poached egg, feta cheese, or smoked salmon.
- Sprinkle with extra salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired for an extra flavor boost.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your customizable avocado toast!
Notes
Feel free to get creative with your toppings! You can add a drizzle of balsamic glaze, sprinkle some seeds, or even add a few slices of cooked bacon for extra crunch and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice with basic toppings
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg