Avocado Toast Recipe

Prepare bread

Brush both sides of the bread slices lightly with olive oil (about 1 tbs total). If using butter, spread butter thinly on one side after toasting.

Toast the bread slices in a toaster, under a broiler, or in a skillet over medium-high heat until golden and crisp, about 2–3 minutes per side in a skillet or 2–4 minutes in a toaster, depending on thickness.

Prep avocado

Cut the avocado in half lengthwise, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a medium bowl.

Mash the avocado with a fork until it reaches your desired texture (slightly chunky or smooth).

Add lemon juice (1 tsp) to the mashed avocado to brighten flavor and slow browning.

Season the mashed avocado with sea salt (1 tsp), black pepper (1 tsp), and red pepper flakes (1 tsp). Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Divide the seasoned mashed avocado evenly between the two toasted bread slices and spread evenly to the edges.

If using, top each toast with halved cherry tomatoes (3 per slice) arranged on top or to the side.

Sprinkle microgreens or chopped fresh herbs (about 1 tbs per slice) over the avocado.

If using cheese, crumble about 1 tbs feta/goat cheese over each toast.

Finish with a light sprinkle of everything bagel seasoning (about 1/2 tsp per slice) and an extra pinch of black pepper or red pepper flakes to taste.

Add egg (optional)

If adding an egg, cook a soft-poached or fried egg to preference (about 3–4 minutes for a runny yolk). Place the egg on one toast or split between both. Season the egg lightly with salt and pepper.

Serve immediately so the toast stays crisp. Enjoy warm.