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Avocado Toast

  • Author: Ava
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 2
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Toasting
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Avocado Toast is a vibrant and nutritious dish that serves as the perfect canvas for your culinary creativity. Enjoy creamy mashed avocados generously spread on toasted bread, topped with fresh ingredients like cherry tomatoes or feta cheese. This quick and customizable recipe offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures, making it an ideal choice for breakfast or a light snack. Elevate your mornings with this simple yet satisfying meal that brings both flavor and nourishment to your table.


Ingredients

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  • 2 slices whole grain bread
  • 1 ripe avocado (about 150g)
  • 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • Optional toppings: 50g cherry tomatoes, 30g feta cheese, 1 poached egg, chili flakes

Instructions

  1. Toast the bread until golden brown.
  2. Slice the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop into a bowl. Mash with a fork to desired creaminess.
  3. Add lemon juice, salt, and pepper to the mashed avocado; mix well.
  4. Generously spread the avocado mixture on each slice of toast.
  5. Top with your choice of optional toppings.
  6. Serve immediately and enjoy!


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice of Avocado Toast (approximately 200g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 305mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Choose gluten-free bread if needed. Experiment with different toppings like smoked salmon or sliced radishes for variety. To prevent browning, store leftover mashed avocado in an airtight container with lemon juice.