Save Start your morning with a vibrant, nutrient-packed dish that combines the heartiness of whole grain bread with the buttery texture of fresh avocado. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for a quick vegetarian breakfast or a satisfying mid-day snack that provides lasting energy.
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Whether you are in a rush or looking for a simple way to upgrade your toast game, this international favorite delivers a refreshing combination of creamy avocado, zesty lemon, and crunchy seeds in every single bite.
Ingredients
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- Bread: 2 slices whole grain bread
- Avocado Mixture: 1 ripe avocado, 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice, 1/4 teaspoon sea salt, 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Optional Toppings: 1 tablespoon crumbled feta cheese (optional), 1/2 small tomato (thinly sliced), 1 tablespoon pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds, Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Step 1
- Toast the whole grain bread slices to your desired level of crispiness.
- Step 2
- While the bread is toasting, halve the avocado, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a small bowl.
- Step 3
- Add lemon juice, sea salt, and black pepper to the avocado. Mash with a fork until mostly smooth, leaving some texture if desired.
- Step 4
- Spread the mashed avocado evenly over the toasted bread slices.
- Step 5
- Top with your choice of optional toppings such as feta, tomato slices, seeds, or red pepper flakes.
- Step 6
- Serve immediately.
Zusatztipps für die Zubereitung
For an extra layer of savory flavor, try rubbing the surface of the warm, toasted bread with a cut garlic clove before you add the avocado spread.
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Varianten und Anpassungen
Feel free to experiment with different bases like sourdough, rye, or certified gluten-free bread. To keep this dish strictly dairy-free, ensure you omit the feta cheese topping.
Serviervorschläge
Increase the protein content of this meal by topping your avocado toast with a perfectly poached or fried egg for a more indulgent experience.
Save This simple Avocado Toast on Whole Grain is a versatile staple that brings café-quality freshness right to your breakfast table. Enjoy the balance of textures and the natural goodness of simple, whole ingredients.
Recipe FAQs
- → How do I keep avocado toast from getting soggy?
Toast your bread until thoroughly crisp and spread the avocado immediately before serving. The natural moisture from ripe avocados can soften bread quickly, so aim to eat within 10-15 minutes of preparation.
- → Can I make avocado toast ahead of time?
The mashed avocado mixture can be prepared up to 24 hours in advance—store in an airtight container with plastic wrap pressed directly against the surface to prevent browning. Toast fresh bread right before serving for the best texture.
- → What bread works best for avocado toast?
Hearty whole grain, sourdough, and seeded multigrain breads provide sturdy bases that hold up well to creamy toppings. Look for dense slices with good structure—flimsy bread will buckle under the weight of the avocado and toppings.
- → How do I pick a perfectly ripe avocado?
Gently squeeze the avocado in your palm. Ripe avocados yield slightly to gentle pressure but don't feel mushy. The skin should be dark green to nearly black. If the avocado feels rock-hard, let it ripen on the counter for 2-3 days.
- → What toppings go well with avocado toast?
Everything bagel seasoning, microgreens, sliced radishes, smoked salmon, hemp seeds, sliced hard-boiled eggs, and drizzles of balsamic glaze all complement the creamy avocado base. For heat, try sriracha or everything bagel seasoning with red pepper flakes.
- → Is avocado toast healthy?
Avocado toast delivers fiber, heart-healthy monounsaturated fats, potassium, and essential vitamins. Whole grain bread adds complex carbohydrates and additional fiber. Together they create a balanced combination that keeps blood sugar stable and provides sustained energy.