Description

This classic avocado toast is a delicious, nutritious, and satisfying breakfast option featuring creamy mashed avocado, hearty whole-grain toast, and a perfectly poached egg. Packed with healthy fats, fiber, and protein, this meal supports heart health and keeps you full for hours. With a balance of textures and flavors, plus optional toppings to customize, it’s a quick and easy go-to meal for any time of day!

Ingredients

Scale

For the Avocado Toast:

2 slices whole-grain or sourdough bread, toasted
1 ripe avocado, mashed
½ lemon, juiced
¼ tsp sea salt (or to taste)
⅛ tsp black pepper (or to taste)
½ tsp extra virgin olive oil (optional, for extra richness)
¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for spice)

For the Poached Egg:

2 large eggs
4 cups water
1 tbsp white vinegar

Optional Toppings:

Cherry tomatoes, sliced
Radishes, thinly sliced
Feta cheese, crumbled
Microgreens or fresh herbs (parsley, cilantro, or chives)
Everything bagel seasoning

Instructions

1. Prepare the Avocado Mash:

Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a bowl.
Mash with a fork until smooth or slightly chunky, depending on your preference.
Stir in lemon juice, sea salt, black pepper, and olive oil (if using).

2. Toast the Bread:

Toast the whole-grain or sourdough bread slices to your desired crispiness.

3. Poach the Eggs:

Fill a medium saucepan with 4 cups of water and bring it to a gentle simmer (not boiling).
Add the white vinegar to the water.
Crack one egg into a small bowl. Create a whirlpool in the water using a spoon and carefully slide the egg into the center.
Let it cook undisturbed for 3–4 minutes until the whites are set but the yolk remains runny.
Use a slotted spoon to remove the poached egg and drain on a paper towel. Repeat with the second egg.

4. Assemble the Avocado Toast:

Spread an even layer of mashed avocado onto each slice of toasted bread.
Carefully place a poached egg on top of each toast.
Sprinkle with optional toppings such as red pepper flakes, cherry tomatoes, feta, or microgreens.

5. Serve and Enjoy:

Serve immediately while warm. Slice the toast in half and enjoy!

Notes

Bread Choices: Whole-grain and sourdough are the best options for added fiber and nutrients.
Poaching Tip: Fresh eggs work best for poaching as the whites hold together better.
Make It Vegan: Skip the poached egg and add toppings like hummus or roasted chickpeas for protein.
Storage: Avocado mash can be made ahead and stored in an airtight container with lemon juice in the fridge for up to 24 hours.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: No-cook (for avocado) + Poached (for egg)
Cuisine: American, Healthy Eating

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice with toppings
Calories: 290 kcal
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 320mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 16g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 7g
Protein: 10g
Cholesterol: 185mg

Keywords: avocado toast, healthy breakfast, poached egg toast, easy avocado toast