Avocado Toast
Avocado toast made with crisp toasted bread and mashed ripe avocado seasoned with lemon juice, salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper for a simple, satisfying breakfast.
Servings 2 servings
Ingredients
- 2 slices artisan bread of choice
- 1 avocado
- 1/4 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 small garlic clove pressed
- salt to taste
- ground black pepper to taste
- crushed red pepper flakes to taste
Instructions
- Toast the bread until golden brown and crisp.
- Slice the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a bowl.
- Add lemon juice, garlic, salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper (if using).
- Mash with a fork until smooth or slightly chunky, based on preference.
- Spread the avocado mixture evenly over the toasted bread.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use ripe avocado: Choose fruit that gives slightly under pressure for the best texture and flavor.
- Adjust seasoning: Taste the avocado mixture before spreading and adjust seasonings as needed.
- Toast just before serving: Freshly toasted bread holds its structure better under the avocado mixture.
- Serve right away: Assemble just before serving to maintain the texture of the toast and avocado.
