Crisp toasted bread topped with a silky mash of ripe avocado, lime, good salt, and a pinch of chili — a fast, genuinely nourishing breakfast you can make in 10 minutes. Add cherry tomatoes, radish, or an egg on top for a more substantial everyday toast.
Ingredients
- Sandwich bread or country bread — 2 slices
- Ripe avocado — 1
- Lime or lemon juice — 1 tsp | 5 ml
- Extra virgin olive oil — 1 tbsp | 15 ml
- Salt — 1/4 tsp | 1.5 g
- Ground black pepper — 1/4 tsp | 0.5 g
- Chili flakes — a pinch
- Cherry tomatoes — 4 (optional)
- Herbs — a small handful (optional)
- Poached or fried egg — 1 (optional)
How to Make Avocado Toast
- Prepare the spread: cut the avocado open, remove the pit and skin. In a bowl, mash the flesh with a fork until creamy, then add the lime juice, salt, pepper, and half the olive oil. Stir until smooth.
- Toast the bread in a toaster or in a dry skillet until golden, about 2–3 minutes per side.
- Spread the avocado mixture over the toast. Top with cherry tomatoes or thinly sliced radish, sprinkle with chili flakes, and drizzle with the remaining oil.
- If you like, cook a poached egg or fry it to your preferred doneness and place it on top.
- Serve immediately while the bread is still crisp.
Serving and Storage
Serve the toast right after assembling. You can make the avocado spread ahead of time: cover it directly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to 12 hours so it does not brown. Toast the bread just before serving.
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Tips and Variations
- Choosing the avocado: it should yield slightly to gentle pressure. If it is a little underripe, add a touch more oil and mash more thoroughly.
- Acidity: lime gives a brighter flavor, lemon a softer one. Adjust to taste.
- Protein boost: a poached egg, seared salmon, cream cheese, or chickpeas will make the toast more filling.
- Toppings: microgreens, radish, cucumber, sesame, feta, and sun-dried tomatoes all work beautifully.
- Gluten-free: use gluten-free bread or rice cakes and reduce the oil slightly.
Nutritional Value
| Indicator | Per serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 320 kcal |
| Protein | 7 g |
| Fat | 22 g |
| Carbohydrates | 24 g |
| Fiber | 7 g |
| Sugar | 3 g |
| Sodium | 600 mg |
FAQ
How do I keep the avocado spread from turning brown?
Add acid — lime or lemon juice — and cover the spread directly with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for no longer than 12 hours.
Can I make it without olive oil?
Yes. For a lighter version, simply add a bit more lime juice and a pinch of salt. The oil adds a silky texture and fuller flavor, but it is not essential.
What bread is best for avocado toast?
Dense breads work best: sourdough, whole grain, or rye. They hold the topping and stay crisp longer than soft sandwich bread.