How to Make Avocado Toast

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Avocado Toast is one of the easiest breakfasts you can make. All you need is a ripe avocado, a slice of bread, fresh lemon juice, salt, and pepper, and it’s ready in about 5 minutes.

This easy avocado toast recipe is great on its own, but I especially love it topped with a sunny-side-up egg when I want something a little more filling.

This avocado toast recipe was one of the very first recipes I shared when I started Cooking Up Memories in 2019. I was a little late to the avocado toast craze, but once I finally tried it, I understood what all the fuss was about. All these years later, it’s still one of my favorite quick breakfasts.

If you want to dress up the basic version, try my avocado toast with balsamic glaze with tomatoes, everything bagel seasoning, and a sweet-tangy balsamic drizzle.

Why You’ll Love This Avocado Toast Recipe

• Ready in 5 minutes: This is about as quick as breakfast gets.
• Just 5 ingredients: Everything is simple and easy to find.
• Easy to customize: Keep it simple or add an egg and your favorite toppings.
• Perfect anytime: Serve it for breakfast, a quick lunch, or an afternoon snack.

If you love quick, savory breakfasts like this one, try my cottage cheese toast next. It’s another easy toast recipe that’s great for busy mornings.

Simple Ingredients to Make Avocado Toast

• Avocado – A perfectly ripe avocado makes all the difference. Look for one that gives slightly when gently pressed but doesn’t feel soft or mushy. You’ll need about half of a medium avocado for one slice of toast.
• Bread – Use your favorite bread, but choose a sturdy slice that can hold the mashed avocado without becoming soggy. Sourdough, whole grain, or a good artisan bread are all great choices.
• Fresh lemon juice – One teaspoon brightens up the avocado without overpowering it. I prefer fresh lemon juice here rather than bottled.
• Salt and black pepper – Season to taste. Avocados definitely benefit from a good pinch of salt.

Jill’s Top Tips

• Start with a ripe avocado. If the avocado is too firm, it won’t mash easily or have that creamy texture you’re looking for.
• Toast the bread until crisp and golden. A good, sturdy piece of toast keeps the avocado from making the bread soggy.
• Leave some texture. I like to mash the avocado with a fork until creamy while leaving a few small chunks.
• Make it right before serving. Avocado toast is at its best when the bread is still crisp and the avocado is freshly mashed.

How to Make Avocado Toast

1. Mash the avocado. Scoop the avocado into a small bowl and mash with a fork until it’s as smooth or chunky as you like. Stir in the fresh lemon juice and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
2. Toast the bread. Toast one slice of bread until it’s golden brown and crisp. You want it sturdy enough to hold the avocado without getting soggy.
3. Assemble and serve. Spread the mashed avocado over the warm toast and serve immediately.

That’s it! This simple avocado toast takes about 5 minutes from start to finish.

Easy Avocado Toast Toppings

I love this avocado toast just as it is, but it’s also an easy base for adding whatever sounds good that morning.

• Sunny-side-up egg: This is my favorite. It adds protein and turns a simple piece of avocado toast into a more filling breakfast.
• Everything bagel seasoning: Sprinkle a little over the top for extra flavor and crunch.
• Red pepper flakes: Add a pinch if you like a little heat.
• Sliced tomatoes: Especially good when tomatoes are in season.
• Crumbled feta: A little salty feta pairs really well with creamy avocado.

What to Serve with Avocado Toast

I often keep breakfast simple and serve avocado toast with fresh fruit or my honey lime berry salad. For a heartier breakfast, add a sunny-side-up egg and a side of breakfast potatoes.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you know when an avocado is ripe enough for avocado toast?

Gently press the avocado with your fingers. It should give slightly without feeling soft or mushy. If it’s hard, give it another day or two to ripen before making your toast.

How much avocado do you need for one piece of toast?

About half of a medium avocado is just right for one slice of bread. If your avocado is especially small, you may want to use the whole thing.

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Once you know how to make avocado toast, you’ve got one of the easiest breakfasts around. With a ripe avocado, crisp toast, and just a few simple ingredients, this easy avocado toast recipe is ready in about 5 minutes.

Recipe

Easy Avocado Toast

Jill Machovsky

This easy avocado toast recipe combines creamy mashed avocado, fresh lemon juice, salt, and pepper on crisp toasted bread. Ready in just 5 minutes for a quick breakfast, lunch, or snack.

5 from 3 votes

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Prep Time 3 minutes mins

Cook Time 2 minutes mins

Total Time 5 minutes mins

Course Breakfast, Snack

Cuisine American

Servings 1

Ingredients

  

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• ▢ ½ avocado
• ▢ 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
• ▢ salt and pepper To taste
• ▢ 1 slice sturdy bread

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Instructions

 

• Scoop the avocado into a small bowl and mash with a fork until it reaches your desired consistency. Stir in the lemon juice and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  ½ avocado, 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice, salt and pepper
• Toast the bread until golden brown and crisp.
  1 slice sturdy bread
• Spread the mashed avocado evenly over the warm toast. Serve immediately.

Notes

How to store leftover avocado

Avocado toast is best eaten right after you make it while the bread is still crisp. If you have leftover mashed avocado, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 day. Press plastic wrap directly against the surface of the avocado to help slow down browning.

 

 

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