Avocado Toast
User Reviews
5
Avocado Toast
Description
Avocado Toast starts with ripe avocado mashed to a preferred texture and spread over toasted sourdough or other bread. Lightly rubbing the hot toast with halved garlic adds a subtle aromatic note. Sprinkle kosher salt and black pepper to taste, and optionally drizzle with fresh lemon juice and high-quality extra virgin olive oil for brightness and richness. The combination offers a creamy and slightly tangy flavor with a contrast between the crisp toast and soft avocado.
This simple toast works well for a quick breakfast or snack, providing a balance of fat and complex carbohydrates. Eating it immediately after preparation is important because mashed avocado oxidizes and browns quickly. The recipe allows customization of the avocado's smoothness and additional toppings if desired.
The versatility of this dish means it can be paired with eggs or fresh vegetables to add protein and texture. The use of fresh garlic and quality olive oil enhances the flavor without overpowering the avocado's natural taste.
For freshness, keep the unused avocado half with the pit to slow browning if you save it for later use. Toast can be any variety, but sourdough gives a distinctive taste and chewiness that complements the avocado.
Ingredients
- 1 avocado
- 2 lices sourdough bread or any variety of bread
- 1 clove garlic cut in half (skin on)
- kosher salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice optional, from a fresh lemon is best, fresh
- drizzle extra virgin olive oil good quality
Instructions
- Cut the avocado in half and remove the pit.
- Scoop out the avocado flesh with a spoon and add it to a medium bowl. Use a fork to mash, leaving some small chunks.
- Toast the bread to your liking.
- While the toast is still hot, lightly rub the surface with the cut side of the fresh garlic clove (optional).
- Divide the mashed avocado over the toast and sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.
- If desired, drizzle with fresh lemon juice and olive oil. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Mash avocado to your preferred texture, smooth or chunky, just avoid letting it brown by serving immediately.
- Keep the pit in the unused half avocado to help slow browning when refrigerated.
- Optionally rub toasted bread with fresh garlic halves for a mild garlic flavor.
- Use fresh lemon juice and good-quality extra virgin olive oil to enhance flavor without masking the avocado.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 2pieces
Amount Per Serving
Calories 240 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 240 | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 22g | 7% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Sodium | 140mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 533mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 8g | 32% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 147IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 11mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 50mg | 5% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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