Avocado Toast Recipe | Easy and Healthy Breakfast Idea

Classic Avocado Toast Recipe with Salt and Pepper

I still remember the first time I made an Avocado Toast Recipe at home after seeing it on a café menu. It felt fancy but turned out to be one of the easiest breakfasts ever. My first mistake, though, was using an underripe avocado, and the result was more chunky than creamy. Since then, I’ve learned that ripe avocados, good bread, and a few simple toppings can turn this into a breakfast worth repeating.

This recipe is for anyone who wants a quick, nourishing meal perfect for busy mornings, light lunches, or even a snack that feels a little gourmet.

Difficulty: Easy

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 5 minutes mins

Total Time 10 minutes mins

Servings: 2

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Method Video Notes

Ingredients

  

• 2 slices of good-quality bread sourdough, multigrain, or rye
• 1 ripe avocado
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• ½ tsp sea salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper

Optional toppings: cherry tomatoes, red pepper flakes, feta cheese, smoked salmon, a poached egg

Method

 

1. Toast the bread. Lightly toast the slices until golden and crisp.
2. Prepare an avocado. Cut in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a bowl. Mash with lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
3. Assemble. Spread the avocado mixture evenly over the toasted bread.
4. Top it with. Add optional toppings like tomatoes, eggs, or cheese.
5. Serve immediately. Best enjoyed fresh to prevent browning.

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Notes

Lesson learned: Underripe avocados don’t mash well. Look for soft but not mushy ones.

Lemon juice tip: Keeps avocados from browning and adds brightness.

Bread matters: A sturdy slice holds toppings better than thin sandwich bread.

Seasonal twist: Add fresh herbs like basil or cilantro in the summer for extra freshness.

Tips & Tricks

• Extra creamy: Mix in 1 tsp olive oil with mashed avocado.
• Meal prep hack: Mash avocado with lemon juice and store in an airtight container for up to 24 hours.
• Protein boost: Add a poached or fried egg on top.
• Spicy kick: Sprinkle with chili flakes or drizzle with sriracha.
• Crunch factor: Top with toasted seeds or nuts for texture.

Serving Suggestions

• Breakfast: Pair with scrambled eggs and fruit for a balanced meal.
• Light lunch: Serve with soup or a small salad.
• Snack: Keep it simple with avocado, salt, and pepper.
• Brunch Platter: Offer a topping bar with eggs, smoked salmon, and cheeses.
• Party bites: Slice into smaller pieces for an appetizer-style toast.

Nutrition (per serving, without toppings)

• Calories: ~250
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 24 g
• Fat: 15 g
• Fiber: 7 g