The Best Avocado Toast: Easy Recipes and Topping Ideas
These healthy avocado toasts are among the best recipes for crispy and creamy avocado-topped toast, perfect for a Sunday brunch
Ingredients
The ingredients for caprese avocado toast :
- 2 slices of bread
- 1 large ripe avocado
- ¼ teaspoon lemon juice
- ¼ teaspoon coarse sea salt
- ⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- A handful of cherry tomatoes halved
- A few mini mozzarella balls halved
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil leaves thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic reduction optional
Ingredients for scrambled egg avocado toast
- 2 slices of bread
- 1 large ripe avocado
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Coarse salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
Ingredients Avocado Toast with Cream Cheese and Tomatoes
- 2 slices of bread
- 1 large ripe avocado
- 200 g creamy cheese like Boursin or Philadelphia
- Tomato slices
- Red onion slices
- Olive oil
- Coarse salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
Ingredients for Avocado Toast with Tomato Salsa
- 2 slices of bread
- 1 large ripe avocado
- 1¼ teaspoons lime juice
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
- Diced tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped red onion
- 2 teaspoons chopped cilantro
- 1 teaspoon diced bell pepper
- 2 tablespoons sliced cucumber or sliced radish
Instructions
How to Prepare Caprese Avocado Toast
- Scoop the avocado flesh : Place the flesh of one ripe avocado into a small bowl.
- Season the avocado : Add a splash of lemon juice, a pinch of salt, and a dash of black pepper.
- Mash the avocado : Use a fork to mash it gently, leaving a few chunks for texture.
- Toast the bread : Lightly toast two slices of bread until golden and crisp.
- Spread the avocado : Evenly spread the mashed avocado onto the warm toasted bread.
- Top with tomatoes and mozzarella : Arrange halved cherry tomatoes and mini mozzarella balls over the avocado layer.
- Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic glaze : Add a light drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and (optionally) balsamic reduction for a tangy-sweet finish.
- Finish with seasoning and basil : Sprinkle with a little extra salt and pepper, and garnish with freshly sliced basil leaves.
How to Prepare Scrambled Egg Avocado Toast
- Scoop out the avocado : Place the flesh of a ripe avocado into a small bowl.
- Season the avocado : Add a splash of lemon juice, a pinch of salt, and a little black pepper.
- Mash the avocado : Use a fork to gently mash the avocado, keeping some small chunks for texture.
- Toast the bread : Lightly toast two slices of bread until golden and crispy.
- Whisk the eggs : In a separate bowl, lightly beat the eggs with a pinch of salt.
- Cook the scrambled eggs : Pour the eggs into a hot non-stick pan. Lower the heat and let the eggs begin to set.
- Stir gently : Using a wooden spoon, gently stir the eggs to cook them evenly while keeping them soft and creamy.
- Assemble the toast : Spread the mashed avocado over the toasted bread, then top with the warm scrambled eggs.
- Finish with black pepper : Sprinkle freshly ground black pepper on top just before serving.
How to Prepare Avocado Toast with Boursin Cheese and Tomatoes
- Spread the cheese : Generously spread creamy Boursin (or Philadelphia) cheese over toasted slices of bread while still warm for extra smoothness.
- Add avocado slices : Place sliced avocado on top of the cheese. Brush the slices lightly with lemon juice to maintain their vibrant color and prevent browning.
- Layer the toppings : Add thin slices of tomato and red onion — adjust the quantity to your personal taste.
- Finish with seasoning and oil : Drizzle a little extra virgin olive oil over the toast, then sprinkle with a pinch of coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper.
How to Prepare Avocado Toast with Tomato Salsa
- Scoop out the avocado : Place the flesh of a ripe avocado into a small bowl.
- Season the avocado : Add lime juice, a pinch of salt, and some black pepper.
- Mash the avocado : Use a fork to mash it gently, leaving a few chunks for added texture.
- Toast the bread : Lightly toast two slices of bread until golden and crisp.
- Spread the avocado : Evenly spread the mashed avocado onto each slice of toasted bread.
- Make the pico de gallo salsa : In a separate bowl, mix together: Finely chopped ripe tomatoes, Chopped red onion, Diced bell pepper or chili (if you prefer a spicy kick), Fresh chopped cilantro, A squeeze of lime juice
- Assemble the toast : Spoon the fresh salsa over the avocado-covered toast.