Avocado and Tomato Toast

Introduction

Looking for a quick, nutritious breakfast or lunch that’s bursting with flavor? This Avocado and Tomato Toast recipe is my go-to when I want something delicious that doesn’t require hours in the kitchen. The combination of creamy avocado, juicy tomatoes, and crusty bread creates a perfect balance of textures and flavors. Plus, it’s packed with healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals that’ll keep you energized throughout the day.

Ingredients

• 2 slices of sourdough bread (or your preferred bread)
• 1 ripe avocado
• 1 medium ripe tomato
• 1/2 lemon
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• Extra virgin olive oil for drizzling

Instructions

1. Toast your bread slices until they’re golden brown and crispy. The crunchier base helps support the toppings better.
2. Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a bowl.
3. Add a squeeze of lemon juice to the avocado and mash it with a fork until you reach your desired consistency. I prefer mine slightly chunky for more texture.
4. Season the mashed avocado with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Slice the tomato into thin rounds or dice it, depending on your preference.
6. Spread the seasoned avocado mixture generously on each piece of toast.
7. Top with tomato slices or chunks.
8. Finish with a drizzle of olive oil, a sprinkle of red pepper flakes (if using), and additional salt and pepper to taste.

Cook Time and Serving Size

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 3 minutes
Total Time: 8 minutes
Servings: 2

Recipe Notes

Here are some helpful tips to make your Avocado and Tomato Toast perfect every time:

• Choose avocados that yield slightly to gentle pressure – they should be ripe but not too soft.
• If your avocados aren’t quite ripe, store them in a paper bag with a banana to speed up the ripening process.
• Add the lemon juice to your avocado immediately to prevent browning.
• For the best flavor, use room temperature tomatoes rather than cold ones from the fridge.
• If you’re meal prepping, toast the bread just before serving to maintain its crunchiness.
• Try rubbing a clove of garlic on the toasted bread for an extra flavor boost.
• Store any leftover avocado mixture with plastic wrap pressed directly onto its surface to prevent oxidation.

Avocado and Tomato Toast

A quick, nutritious breakfast or lunch bursting with flavor. The combination of creamy avocado, juicy tomatoes, and crusty bread creates a perfect balance of textures and flavors.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 3 minutes mins

Total Time 8 minutes mins

Servings 2 servings

Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients

  

• 2 slices of sourdough bread
• 1 ripe avocado
• 1 medium ripe tomato
• 1/2 lemon
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• Extra virgin olive oil for drizzling

Instructions

 

• Toast your bread slices until they're golden brown and crispy.
• Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a bowl.
• Add a squeeze of lemon juice to the avocado and mash it with a fork.
• Season the mashed avocado with salt and pepper to taste.
• Slice the tomato into thin rounds or dice it.
• Spread the seasoned avocado mixture on each piece of toast.
• Top with tomato slices or chunks.
• Finish with a drizzle of olive oil, a sprinkle of red pepper flakes, and additional salt and pepper to taste.