Classic Avocado on Toast

Satisfy your cravings with this effortless yet flavorful Classic Avocado on Toast recipe, a perfectly balanced blend of creamy avocado, zesty lemon, and a touch of heat from red pepper flakes. In just 10 minutes, this healthy breakfast or snack transforms simple ingredients into a vibrant, nutrient-packed dish that's ready to energize your day. Toasted bread serves as the golden-crisp foundation, topped with mashed avocado seasoned with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice for a refreshing tang. A drizzle of olive oil enhances its richness, while optional cherry tomatoes and fresh herbs add pops of color and freshness. Whether enjoyed as a quick meal or a customizable brunch favorite, this avocado toast is a go-to recipe for food lovers seeking wholesome simplicity.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 1 medium Avocado
• 2 slices Bread
• 0.5 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 1 teaspoons Olive oil
• 0.125 teaspoons Red pepper flakes
• 4 pieces Optional: Cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 tablespoons Optional: Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Start by toasting the bread slices to your preferred level of crispiness. This can be done in a toaster or on a skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

While the bread is toasting, cut the avocado in half lengthwise and remove the pit.

Step 3

Scoop the avocado flesh into a bowl using a spoon. Mash it with a fork until you achieve your desired consistency, whether you like it chunky or smooth.

Step 4

Add lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to the mashed avocado and mix well to combine the flavors.

Step 5

Once the bread is toasted, drizzle the olive oil evenly over the slices.

Step 6

Spread the avocado mixture generously onto each slice of toast.

Step 7

Sprinkle red pepper flakes evenly over the avocado for a bit of heat.

Step 8

For an optional burst of color and flavor, top with halved cherry tomatoes and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro or parsley.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy your classic avocado on toast.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(309.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	566.8

Total Fat 38.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 931.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 47.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.5g	0%
Total Sugars 6.2g
Protein 12.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 147.6mg	0%
Iron 3.2mg	0%
Potassium 1098.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.1%

Protein: 8.6%

Carbs: 32.3%