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Avocado Toast

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February 28, 2022
4.86 from 78 votes


Last Updated February 28, 2022 | 15 Comments

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This is the best Avocado Toast you’ll ever make. No need for fancy, over-the-top toppings, all you need is toasted bread, smashed avocado, a little lemon juice, olive oil, and a sprinkle of salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.

Slice of avocado toast on a small white place topped with red pepper flakes, olive oil, and black pepper.

The secret to achieving perfect avocado toast? Simple, fresh, quality ingredients – that’s it.

Of course, there are countless ways to dress up avocado toast. From thick-cut bacon to drippy fried eggs, sliced tomatoes to smoked salmon. You can even top your toast with beans, salsa, and fruit.

But before the toppings, comes the toast and this is the best-tasting avocado toast recipe you’ll ever make (in my humble opinion). Let’s make it!

What is avocado toast?

Avocado toast is an open-face sandwich made with toasted bread topped with smashed (or sliced) avocado and (typically) fresh lemon juice, olive oil, and simple seasonings like salt and black pepper.

Two images one with smashed avocado mixed with lemon juice and black pepper and the other image showing four pieces of toasted bread.

How to Make Avocado Toast

  1. Pick your bread…then toast it! You may use any bread, but one that is sliced thick enough (at least 1/4-inch) is the way to go. I love everything, but especially love sourdough bread and multi-grain or whole-grain bread.
  2. Smash or slice the avocado. Smashed or sliced avocados are both great, but avoid over-mashing and keep in mind that sliced avocados can be somewhat slippery. If you’re mashing, add a teaspoon of fresh lemon juice to the avocado mixture to prevent the avocado from browning prematurely.
  3. Divide and spread. Spread the smashed or sliced avocado over each slice of bread and drizzle with olive oil.
  4. Season or pile with your favorite toppings. I highly recommend a little flaky sea salt, black pepper, and just a pinch of red pepper flaskes.

How many avocados?

Plan for 1/2 an avocado per slice of toasted bread. The amount needed may vary depending on the type/size of your bread as well as the size of your avocado.

How to Pick the Perfect Avocado

Will you be smashing or slicing your avocado? There’s no wrong answer, although I find smashed avocado to be a little easier to eat. Anyway, when shopping for ripe avocados pick ones that give just slightly when squeezed in the palm of your hand. Too much give or soft spots indicate that the avocado may be rotten, so I’d pass on those – this is especially important if you plan to slice your avocado. Slicing avocado calls for avocado that is ripe, yet firm.

Slice of avocado toast on a small white place topped with red pepper flakes, olive oil, and black pepper.

What to Put on Avocado Toast?

Just about anything can go on top of avocado toast, but here are some of the most popular:

  • Eggs – scrambled eggs, poached eggs, hard-boiled eggs, easy-over eggs
  • Smoked salmon – especially delicious with a couple of slices of fresh tomato and capers (you can even add cream cheese if you want)
  • Feta cheese
  • Pickled red onions
  • Chickpeas – roasted chickpeas are even better
  • Bacon
  • Balsamic vinegar – with cherry tomatoes, mozzaralla cheese, and fresh basil
  • Fresh greens – arugula is my favorite, especially when it’s this super easy arugula salad with shaved parmesan (see image below)
Piece of avocado toast topped with arugula and shaved parmesan cheese.

Have you tried making Avocado Toast?

Tell me about it in the comments below! I always love to hear your thoughts. And tag me #theforkedspoon on Instagram if you’ve made any of my recipes, I always love to see what you’re cooking in the kitchen.

Slice of avocado toast on a small white place topped with red pepper flakes, olive oil, and black pepper.

Avocado Toast

4.86 from 78 votes
Chef: Profile photo of chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked SpoonJessica Randhawa
This is the best Avocado Toast you'll ever make. No need for fancy, over-the-top toppings, all you need is toasted bread, smashed avocado, a little lemon juice, olive oil, and a sprinkle of salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins
Course Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 2 servings
Calories 272 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 slices bread - toasted (multi-grain, sourdough, wheat, gluten-free, etc.)
  • 1 large avocado
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
  • sea salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, sesame seeds - to taste (optional)
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Instructions
 

  • In a small bowl gently mash the peeled and pitted avocado with approximately 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice.
  • Divide and spread the mashed avocado across the two slices of toasted bread.
  • Drizzle each slice of avocado toast with approximately 1 teaspoon of extra virgin olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt, freshly cracked black pepper, red pepper flakes, and sesame seeds (optional, to taste).
  • Best enjoyed immediately.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 272kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 1g | Sodium: 152mg | Potassium: 541mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 147IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 51mg | Iron: 2mg

(Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and specific brands of ingredients used.)

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About Jessica

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Jessica Randhawa is the head chef, photographer, and recipe developer of The Forked Spoon. Jessica fell in love with cooking while traveling through Asia and Europe, where she discovered her passion for good food and new adventures. Her recipes have been featured on Yahoo, MSN, USA Today, FeedFeed, and many more. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of California.

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Profile photo of chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked Spoon

About Jessica Randhawa

Jessica Randhawa is the head chef, photographer, and recipe developer of The Forked Spoon. Jessica fell in love with cooking while traveling through Asia and Europe, where she discovered her passion for good food and new adventures. Her recipes have been featured on Yahoo, MSN, USA Today, FeedFeed, and many more. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of California.

Comments

  1. Fortknox says

    February 5, 2023 at 10:31 pm

    I can’t wait to try this recipe. I’m thinking about using Dave’s killer bread for the toast.

    Reply
  2. Olga says

    February 4, 2023 at 9:48 am

    5 stars
    Absolutely delicious! Easy to make and nutritious!

    Reply
  3. Cherie says

    December 31, 2022 at 9:51 am

    5 stars
    Easy & delicious! Thank you. My first time making it and it came out perfect!

    Reply
  4. Karen says

    November 17, 2022 at 6:19 am

    5 stars
    As a seasoning , besides Olive oil,salt Come pepper and lemon juice I used everything bagel seasoning loved it!

    Reply
  5. Brenda Truesdell says

    October 17, 2022 at 5:07 pm

    5 stars
    Easy and delicious

    Reply
  6. Lynki says

    September 7, 2022 at 8:36 am

    5 stars
    I used garlic powder, and a half of a garlic clove rubbed on the slice of toast. Then, sliced up a small tomato, sprinkled with sea salt & pepper. Yum! My new favorite snack- light lunch.

    Reply
  7. Angela says

    June 8, 2022 at 7:53 pm

    5 stars
    I have never liked avocados, but this recipe has changed my mind. I love the simplicity of it. Looking forward to making it for breakfast again!

    Reply
    • Cheryl Pennington says

      September 6, 2022 at 8:22 am

      5 stars
      I use lemon juice and a small amount of Extra virgin olive oil while I’m smashing the avocado. I sprinkle with onion and garlic powder and mix. Sometimes I use a little paprika. Mix and put on 12 grain toast. I put on a few tomato slices and eat it open face. It’s very filling and keeps me full until lunch.

      Reply
  8. Melissa says

    May 18, 2022 at 8:11 am

    5 stars
    Tuscon toast is also a good choice.

    Reply
  9. Wanda says

    May 10, 2022 at 11:23 am

    5 stars
    Love this on the everything bagels so yummy

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    • Profile photo of chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked SpoonJessica Randhawa says

      May 10, 2022 at 12:06 pm

      So do I 🙂

      Reply
  10. Karen says

    May 7, 2022 at 4:46 pm

    5 stars
    Use everything bagel seasoning and roasted tomatoes, yum

    Reply
  11. Connie says

    May 4, 2022 at 5:17 pm

    5 stars
    Simple instructions, and great results. Thanks!

    Reply
  12. Linda white says

    April 28, 2022 at 7:12 am

    5 stars
    I do this very thing ! OFTEN! I do like to add a slice of crisp ssd o crumbled bacon!

    Reply
  13. Don Philpott says

    April 25, 2022 at 2:19 am

    4 stars
    I have been making this for years, every A. M. For my topping you can’t beat No Salt Mrs. Dash.

    Reply

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