Avocado Toast with Poached Egg
A delightful, creamy, and nutritious meal perfect for breakfast or lunch, featuring smooth avocado and a perfectly poached egg atop toasted whole grain bread.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 2 slices whole grain bread Toast until crispy.
- 1 whole ripe avocado Use ripe avocados for creaminess.
- 1 whole lemon (juiced) Fresh lemon juice prevents browning.
- 2 whole eggs Poach to desired doneness.
- to taste pinch Salt Season to taste.
- to taste pinch Pepper Season to taste.
Optional toppings
- to taste red pepper flakes For a spicy kick.
- to taste fresh herbs Add for extra flavor.
- to taste feta cheese For added creaminess.
Instructions
Preparation
- Toast the whole grain bread until crispy.
- While the bread is toasting, bring a pot of water to a simmer and poach the eggs to your desired doneness.
- In a bowl, mash the avocado and mix in the lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
Assembly
- Spread the mashed avocado evenly onto the toasted bread.
- Remove the poached eggs from the water and place one on each slice of avocado toast.
- Top with optional red pepper flakes, herbs, or feta cheese if desired.
Serving
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
Best served fresh. Store leftover mashed avocado separately to prevent browning and keep toasted bread crisp.