Ingredients
Scale
- 1 slice whole-grain bread (80–100 calories)
- ½ medium ripe avocado (about 120 calories)
- 1 poached or boiled egg (optional, adds ~70 calories)
- Optional toppings:
- 1 oz feta cheese (~75 calories)
- 2 oz smoked salmon (~60 calories)
- Cherry tomatoes, radishes, or cucumber slices
- 1 tsp olive oil drizzle (~40 calories)
- Chia seeds or hemp seeds (1 tsp for added crunch)
Instructions
- Toast the Bread: Toast a slice of whole-grain bread until golden brown.
- Prepare the Avocado: Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a bowl. Mash it with a fork until creamy. Add a pinch of salt and pepper to taste.
- Assemble the Base: Spread the mashed avocado evenly over the toasted bread.
- Add Protein (Optional): Top with a poached or boiled egg, smoked salmon, or roasted chickpeas for a protein boost.
- Finish with Toppings: Add your choice of toppings such as cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, or a drizzle of olive oil. Sprinkle with chia or hemp seeds for added texture and nutrients.
- Serve Immediately: Enjoy your avocado toast fresh for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- For weight management, use only ¼ avocado per slice of bread.
- Opt for low-calorie toppings to keep the recipe light.
- Gluten-free? Substitute with gluten-free bread or use roasted sweet potato slices as the base.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Toasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice of avocado toast
- Calories: ~220 (without toppings)
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: ~150 mg
- Fat: ~14 g
- Saturated Fat: ~2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: ~20 g
- Fiber: ~7 g
- Protein: ~4 g (without protein-rich toppings)
- Cholesterol: 0 mg (add 70 mg if using an egg)
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