Start with a slice of hearty artisanal, plain, or whole-grain bread. Toast it to your liking and place it on a plate. Now, get your avocado. This video will show you how to choose the perfect Avocado From Mexico, nice and ripe. Cut it in half, scoop out the creamy flesh with a spoon, and add the lemon juice to prevent oxidation. You don’t want any brown bits on your avocado toast! If you don’t want to use the whole avocado, don’t worry! This video will show you how to save the rest for later.
Basic Ingredients: 1 slice of artisanal bread + 1/2 avocado + 1 tsp. honey + 1 tsp. chopped pistachios
Extra Toppings: Add blueberries for a refreshing twist or goat cheese for a tart flavor profile.
Now, this is where your culinary creativity comes in handy. Mash the avocado and mix it with 1 tbsp. honey and spread on your toast. Add 1 tbsp. chopped pistachios or any other unsalted nuts. Craving something sweeter? Indulge in this decadent Chocolate Avocado Chunky Monkey Toast.
Recipe: 1 slice of artisanal bread + 1/2 avocado + 1 scrambled egg or poached egg + 1/4 c. sliced cherry tomatoes
Extra Toppings: Layer 1 tbsp. of pesto or a slice of your preferred cheese.
If savory food is more to your liking, scramble a couple of eggs, spread on a piece of toast, and top with avocado slices. Or mix mashed avocado with chopped cherry tomatoes and crown with a poached egg.
Recipe: 1 slice of artisanal bread + 1/2 avocado + 2 tbsp. aioli mayo + 1 slice ham
Extra Toppings: Add cannellini beans or fresh berries and blue cheese for added protein and fiber.
If you’re short on time in the morning, spread aioli mayo on a piece of toast, then place a slice of ham on top, along with a few slices of avocado. Add extra protein and fiber to your day with this cannellini bean and avocado toast. Sprinkle raspberries and crumbled blue cheese on your toast for a sweet and salty contrast.
Recipe: 1 slice of artisanal bread + 1/2 avocado + smoked salmon
Extra Toppings: Add pomegranate seeds, fresh herbs, goat cheese, and pistachio for an explosion of flavor.
If you like entertaining friends for Sunday brunch, dazzle them with this Smoked Salmon Avocado Toast. Pomegranate, Mint, Goat Cheese, and Pistachio Avocado Toast looks elegant and tastes great, too. Good company and good food make life better.
Prepping your avocado toast is relatively simple, but choosing a perfectly ripe avocado is the most important step. It may seem daunting, but we break down the basics in this helpful video. Ultimately, you’re looking for an avocado with dark green to nearly black skin that yields to gentle pressure without leaving indentations or feeling mushy.
Regarding the actual toast, a lot comes down to personal preference. If you like a subtle crisp, pop your bread in the toaster or cast-iron skillet over low to medium heat and check every few minutes until golden brown. For extra crunch, leave your bread in for a bit longer until you’ve achieved your desired color and consistency. Just be careful not to char or burn the bread.
From there, all you need to do is slather on the avocado, layer on the toppings, and bon appétit!
Any culinary combination is fair game when it comes to your avocado toast toppings, but we’ve taken the creative liberty to recommend our top picks.
The world (aka your kitchen) is your oyster! For more avocado toast recipes and general avo-inspiration, visit our recipe bank.
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It’s no secret that avocado toast has become a favorite breakfast food across the world, with a cult-like following. Why? It’s easy to make, tasty, totally versatile, and packs a nutritional punch. Plus, you can customize it any way you want! Use a toasted bagel instead of regular bread, add tomatoes or chopped fruit, drizzle with olive oil, or garnish it with herbs, and, of course, you can always top it with an egg!
But if breakfast isn’t your jam, no problem! Avocado toast also makes the perfect midday snack that’ll keep you satisfied. Keep scrolling for the ultimate avocado toast recipes and the best ways to top each dreamy bite.
Avocado Toast Recipes
Avocado Toast Recipe for Beginners
Basic Ingredients: 1 slice of artisanal bread + 1/2 avocado + 2 tsp. lemon juice
Extra Toppings: For more flavor, drizzle hot honey and sprinkle flaky sea salt on top.