Classic Avocado Toast
A vibrant and satisfying breakfast featuring creamy, perfectly seasoned avocado atop a slice of golden, toasted sourdough bread.
Ingredients
- •4 thick slices of sourdough bread
- •2 large ripe avocados
- •1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- •1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- •1/4 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- •1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- •1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- •1/4 cup microgreens or fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- 1
Place the sourdough slices in a toaster or under a broiler until they are golden brown and crispy on the edges.
- 2
While the bread is toasting, cut the avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a medium mixing bowl.
- 3
Add the lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to the bowl and mash the avocado with a fork until it reaches your desired consistency, whether chunky or smooth.
- 4
Once the toast is ready, drizzle a small amount of olive oil over each slice.
- 5
Divide the mashed avocado mixture evenly among the four slices of toast, spreading it out to the edges.
- 6
Top with a sprinkle of red pepper flakes and a handful of microgreens or cilantro before serving immediately.
💡 Chef tips
- To prevent avocado from browning if you need to prepare it ahead, press plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the mashed avocado to keep air out.
- For extra protein, top your avocado toast with a perfectly poached or soft-boiled egg.
- If you prefer a deeper flavor, rub a raw garlic clove over the surface of the toasted bread before spreading the avocado.
✅ How it should turn out
The finished toast should feature a warm, crunchy base topped with cool, creamy, and zesty avocado that smells fresh and tastes perfectly balanced with a hint of citrus and spice.