Avocado Toast With Egg
Avocado Toast With Egg is a quick and satisfying breakfast made with simple ingredients.Creamy mashed avocado pairs beautifully with crunchy toasted bread.Eggs add protein and make the meal more filling.Lemon juice, salt, pepper, and chili flakes enhance the flavor.Whole-grain bread and fresh vegetables provide additional variety.This versatile recipe is ideal for breakfast, brunch, or a light lunch.
Ingredients
- Homemade avocado toast
- 1 ripe medium avocado
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon olive oil or butter, for cooking
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley or cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Toast the bread slices in a toaster or on a skillet until golden brown and crisp around the edges. Sourdough, multigrain, and whole-grain bread all work well because they hold the avocado and egg toppings without becoming too soft.
- Cut the avocado in half lengthwise and carefully remove the pit. Scoop the flesh into a bowl and mash it with a fork. Add the lemon juice, a pinch of salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Mash until creamy while leaving a few small chunks for texture.
- Heat the olive oil or butter in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Crack the eggs into the pan and cook them to your preferred style. For fried eggs, cook until the whites are set and the yolks reach your desired doneness. For food safety, cook until both the whites and yolks are firm, or use pasteurized eggs for a softer-yolk preparation.
- Divide the mashed avocado evenly between the toasted bread slices. Spread it gently to cover most of the surface, leaving the edges visible for an attractive presentation.
- Place one cooked egg on top of each avocado-covered toast slice. Keep the yolk intact if you want a classic sunny-side-up presentation, or use scrambled or sliced hard-boiled eggs instead.
- Sprinkle with black pepper, red pepper flakes, and chopped parsley or cilantro. Add cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, or sesame seeds if desired.
- Transfer the avocado toast to serving plates and enjoy while the bread is crisp. Pair it with fresh fruit, a small salad, or your favorite morning beverage for a complete breakfast.
Notes
- Choose a ripe avocado: It should yield slightly to gentle pressure without feeling mushy.
- Use sturdy bread: Sourdough and whole-grain bread hold the toppings well.
- Add lemon juice: It brightens the flavor and helps slow browning.
- Season the avocado first: Mixing the seasonings directly into the avocado distributes the flavor evenly.
- Cook the eggs to preference: Fried, poached, scrambled, and boiled eggs all work well.
- Toast the bread properly: A crisp surface helps prevent sogginess.
- Add toppings just before serving: This preserves the texture and freshness.
- Serve immediately: Avocado toast is best when freshly prepared.