Ingredients
Avocado Spread
- 1 large avocado
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
Toast
- 2 slices bread (multi-grain, sourdough, wheat, gluten-free, etc.), toasted
Toppings & Seasonings
- 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
- Sea salt, to taste
- Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
- Red pepper flakes, to taste
- Sesame seeds (optional), to taste
Instructions
- Mash the avocado: In a small bowl, gently mash the peeled and pitted avocado using a fork. Add approximately 1 teaspoon of fresh lemon juice to the avocado while mashing to add brightness and prevent browning.
- Toast the bread: Toast 2 slices of your preferred bread until golden and crisp, using a toaster or stovetop grill pan, to add a crunchy base for the avocado spread.
- Spread the avocado: Divide the mashed avocado evenly and spread it generously across the two slices of toasted bread, creating a creamy layer.
- Add olive oil and seasonings: Drizzle approximately 1 teaspoon of extra virgin olive oil over each slice. Sprinkle sea salt, freshly cracked black pepper, red pepper flakes, and optional sesame seeds on top to enhance flavors according to your taste.
- Serve immediately: Enjoy your avocado toast right away for the best texture and flavor, as the toast will stay crisp and the avocado fresh.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm avocado to ensure creamy texture without being too mushy.
- Adjust lemon juice to taste for your preferred tartness and to prevent avocado browning.
- You can customize the bread type to gluten-free, whole wheat, sourdough, or any variety you prefer.
- For an extra protein boost, add a poached or fried egg on top.
- Consume immediately to enjoy the best flavor and prevent sogginess.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
