Avocado Toast

Ingredients

• 6 bread (thick slices of sourdough or multigrain)
• 3 ripe avocados (halved and pitted)
• 1 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
• kosher salt (to taste)
• black pepper (freshly cracked, to taste)
• red pepper flakes (optional garnish)

Steps

1. 1

   Toast the bread slices in a toaster or under a broiler until golden brown and crisp on both sides.

2. 2

   In a small bowl, scoop out the flesh of the avocados.

3. 3

   Add the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to the bowl with the avocado.

4. 4

   Mash the avocado mixture with a fork until it reaches your desired consistency (chunky or smooth).

5. 5

   Spread the avocado mixture evenly over the toasted bread slices.

6. 6

   Garnish with red pepper flakes or additional salt and pepper if desired, and serve immediately.

Notes

For variations, try topping with a poached egg, sliced radishes, feta cheese, or everything bagel seasoning.

Nutrition per serving

• breakfast
• brunch
• vegetarian
• healthy
• quick
• toast
• avocado