Description
Discover six easy and tasty avocado toast recipes perfect for breakfast or brunch, packed with fresh ingredients and simple steps.
Ingredients
For all versions, use the following base ingredients:
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2 slices bread (sourdough, wheat, Italian, or French loaf, about ½ inch thick)
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1 large avocado
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¼ teaspoon lemon juice (or lime juice for some variations)
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¼ teaspoon kosher salt
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⅛ teaspoon black pepper
Simple Avocado Toast:
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1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
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1 teaspoon chopped parsley (optional)
Caprese Avocado Toast:
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½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
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½ cup small mozzarella balls, halved
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1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
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1 tablespoon balsamic glaze (optional)
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1 tablespoon thinly sliced fresh basil leaves
Salsa Avocado Toast:
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¼ cup diced tomatoes (¼ inch dice)
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1 tablespoon finely minced red onion
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2 teaspoons chopped fresh cilantro
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1 teaspoon minced jalapeno
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2 tablespoons sliced radish (about ⅛ inch thick)
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1 ¼ teaspoon lime juice (divided)
Smoked Salmon Avocado Toast:
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¼ cup cream cheese
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¼ cup sliced tomatoes (about 8 slices, ⅛ inch thick)
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¼ cup sliced cucumber (about 8 slices, ⅛ inch thick)
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2 ounces smoked salmon
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2 tablespoons sliced red onion (⅛ inch thick)
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1 tablespoon capers
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2 teaspoons fresh dill leaves
Bacon and Eggs Avocado Toast:
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4 slices bacon
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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2 large eggs
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1 teaspoon chopped parsley (optional)
Everything Avocado Toast:
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¼ cup cream cheese
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½ teaspoon white sesame seeds
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¼ teaspoon black sesame seeds
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¼ teaspoon poppy seeds
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¼ teaspoon flaky sea salt or kosher salt
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¼ teaspoon dried minced garlic
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¼ teaspoon dried minced onion
Instructions
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Toast the Bread:
Toast the bread slices until golden brown either in a toaster or by broiling in the oven. For broiling, place the bread 6 inches below the top heating element and broil 1-3 minutes per side. Watch closely to avoid burning. -
Prepare Avocado Base:
Cut the avocado in half and scoop the flesh into a bowl. Add lemon or lime juice, salt, and pepper. Mash lightly with a fork, leaving some chunks. -
Simple Avocado Toast:
Spread mashed avocado on toasted bread. Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and garnish with parsley if desired. -
Caprese Avocado Toast:
Spread mashed avocado on toast. Top with halved cherry tomatoes and mozzarella. Drizzle with olive oil and optional balsamic glaze. Sprinkle basil leaves, salt, and pepper. -
Salsa Avocado Toast:
Mix diced tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, jalapeno, and 1 teaspoon lime juice. Spread mashed avocado on toast, then spoon salsa on top. Add radish slices. Season with salt and pepper. -
Smoked Salmon Avocado Toast:
Spread cream cheese on toast. Layer mashed avocado on top. Add tomato and cucumber slices, smoked salmon, red onion, capers, and dill. Season with black pepper. -
Bacon and Eggs Avocado Toast:
Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp. Drain on paper towels. Spread mashed avocado on toast, place 2 bacon slices on each. In the same skillet, heat olive oil and fry eggs sunny-side up or to preference. Place eggs on toast and garnish with parsley.
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Everything Avocado Toast:
Spread cream cheese on toast. Layer thin avocado slices on top. Mix sesame seeds, poppy seeds, salt, garlic, and onion in a small bowl. Sprinkle seasoning mixture over avocado.
Notes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 servings
- Calories: 255 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 443 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 5 g