Avocado Toast
Avocado toast was all the rage just a few years ago, but I have good news…this easy 5-10 minute meal never goes out of style. It only requires a few simple ingredients, but you can always spice things up with extra toppings to make it a super filling meal. Today, I’m sharing my favorite basic avocado toast recipe along with helpful tips and 3 easy recipe variations. It’s quick and easy which makes it perfect to whip up for breakfast, lunch or a midday snack. And for those of you who are avocado toast experts, like my colleague Jess, then I’m sure you have a few favorite combinations as well. Wanna share? Let’s meet in the comments!😉
“Great, easy to follow recipe! I add hummus under the avocado for a vegan version.”
Rita
Avocado toast might seem simple, but this recipe is more than just smashing an avocado on a slice of bread and calling it a day. It’s all about a few fresh ingredients that taste incredible together. I rub toasted bread with garlic, then top it with creamy avocado mashed with lemon, salt, and pepper. A sprinkle of red pepper flakes adds just the right kick. It’s ready in minutes, costs way less than café prices, and gives you a healthy dose of good fats to start your day.
Avocado Toast
Cost $2.07 recipe / $1.03 serving
Ingredients
- 2 slices sturdy bread ($0.40*)
- 1 garlic clove (peeled, $0.08)
- 1 avocado (medium-sized, $1.39**)
- 1 tsp lemon juice (fresh, $0.14)
- ⅛ tsp salt ($0.02)
- ⅛ tsp black pepper (freshly cracked, $0.02)
- 1 pinch crushed red pepper ($0.02)
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Instructions
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Cut 2 slices of sturdy bread. Toast the bread in a toaster or in a skillet on the stovetop until golden brown.
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Rub the peeled garlic clove over the top of the warm toasted bread, making sure to fully cover the entire surface area.
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Next, halve the avocado and remove the pit. Scoop out the avocado flesh from both halves and place it in a bowl. Add a small squeeze of fresh lemon juice (about 1 tsp), salt and pepper to the bowl and mash the avocado with a fork. I recommend leaving it just a little chunky.
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Divide the avocado mixture and spread it on top of each slice of toast. Top with a pinch of red pepper flakes and a pinch of sea salt (optional).
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Notes
**Avocado is one of the main ingredients, so you’ll want to choose it wisely. Look for avocados that have a slight give when squeezed, but are not mushy.
Nutrition Information
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Toast the bread: Gather 2 slices of sturdy bread (I went with a loaf of sourdough, which I sliced myself). Toast the bread either in a toaster or on the stovetop until golden brown.
Rub the bread: While the toasted bread is still warm, rub 1 peeled garlic clove over the top, making sure to cover the entire surface area.
Mash the avocado: Slice 1 avocado in half and carefully remove the pit. Use a spoon to scoop out the avocado flesh from both halves and place it in a medium bowl. Add a small squeeze of lemon juice (about 1 tsp), ⅛ tsp salt and ⅛ tsp freshly cracked black pepper to the bowl and mash the avocado with a fork. I recommend leaving it just a little chunky, but you can certainly mash until it’s completely smooth. It’s up to you!
Assemble the toast: Evenly divide the avocado mixture and spread on top of each slice of toast. Top with a pinch of red pepper flakes and a pinch of sea salt (optional). Enjoy as is or try out one of the recipe variations listed below.😉
Recipe Variation 1: If you love juicy, ripe tomatoes then this variation is just for you! Top your avocado toast with two slices of tomatoes, a drizzle of balsamic glaze, and freshly cracked black pepper. This combo is perfect for the summer when tomatoes are in their peak season. So delicious!
Recipe Variation 2: My absolute favorite way to enjoy avocado toast is by adding some scrambled eggs, a fried egg, or hard boiled egg on top. You can even take it a step further and add a little chili crisp on top too!
Recipe Variation 3: And for all of my cottage cheese lovers out there, try topping your thick crusty bread with a spoonful or two of small curd cottage cheese, ½ avocado sliced, salt, freshly cracked black pepper, and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. Enjoy!
Tips For Making The Best Avocado Toast
- Choose your bread wisely: Use a good quality, sturdy bread for the base of your avocado toast like sourdough, multigrain or whole grain bread. Toasted, sturdy bread holds the mashed avocado and any extra toppings a lot better than soft white sandwich bread.
- Picking the perfect avocado: When picking your avocado, look for blackish, dark-green skin, which indicates the avocado has ripened. Also give the avocado a gentle press with your finger, the flesh should give slightly under pressure. If it’s mushy, its time has passed.
- Don’t skip the extras! Yes, rubbing your toast with a fresh garlic clove may seem like an unnecessary step, but it adds SO much flavor and compliments this simple meal perfectly. Also the small squeeze of lemon juice gives just the right about of brightness and the pinch of salt makes all the flavors pop!
Topping Ideas
There are lots of fun ways to enjoy your avocado toast! In addition to the recipe variations listed in the step-by-step photos below, here are a few more ingredients and topping ideas for you to try:
- A sprinkle of Everything Bagel Seasoning
- Chopped or crumbled bacon
- Sliced radishes
- Pickled jalapeños
- Pickled red onions
- Sriracha
- Fresh herbs (dill, chives, parsley, scallions)
- Ricotta (ricotta toast is delicious!)
