Description
A simple and nutritious avocado toast topped with creamy mashed avocado, lemon juice, and light seasoning. Perfect for a quick, healthy breakfast or snack.
Ingredients
- 2 slices whole-grain bread
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 pinch black pepper
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Toast the slices of whole-grain bread until golden and crisp.
- Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a small bowl.
- Add lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to the avocado.
- Mash the avocado with a fork until creamy but still slightly chunky.
- Spread the mashed avocado evenly over the toasted bread slices.
- Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with red pepper flakes if desired.
- Serve immediately while the toast is warm and crisp.
Notes
- Use ripe avocados for the creamiest texture and best flavor.
- Add toppings like sliced tomatoes, radishes, or a poached egg for variety.
- If making ahead, add extra lemon juice to slow avocado browning.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and freshness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Toasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
