Here’s a simple, delicious, and endlessly customizable recipe for Avocado Toast — creamy, flavorful, and perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a snack.
🥑🍞 Classic Avocado Toast
Serves: 1–2 | Prep Time: 5–10 min
🛒 Ingredients
- 1 ripe avocado
- 2 slices of bread (sourdough, whole grain, or your choice)
- 1–2 tsp lemon or lime juice
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Optional toppings (see below)
👩🍳 Instructions
- Toast the Bread:
Toast slices of bread until golden and crispy. - Prepare the Avocado:
Cut avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop flesh into a bowl.
Mash with a fork until mostly smooth (leave a little texture if you like).
Stir in lemon or lime juice, salt, and pepper. - Assemble the Toast:
Spread the mashed avocado generously on toasted bread.
Add any toppings you like and serve immediately.
📝 Optional Topping Ideas
🥚 Protein-Packed:
- Fried, poached, or soft-boiled egg
- Smoked salmon
- Turkey bacon or prosciutto
🌿 Fresh & Flavorful:
- Sliced cherry tomatoes
- Cucumber ribbons or radish slices
- Arugula or microgreens
- Fresh herbs (basil, cilantro, dill)
🔥 Zesty & Spicy:
- Crushed red pepper flakes
- Hot sauce or sriracha
- Pickled onions or jalapeños
🧀 Creamy & Rich:
- Crumbled feta or goat cheese
- Shaved parmesan
- Everything bagel seasoning