Description
Elevate your breakfast or brunch with this delicious Flavorful Avocado Toast topped with a perfectly poached egg. Creamy avocado meets a runny yolk on crispy whole grain bread, creating an irresistible dish that’s as nutritious as it is satisfying. Ideal for lazy weekends or busy weekdays, this recipe is simple yet unforgettable, promising a burst of freshness in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe avocados
- 4 large fresh eggs
- 4 slices whole grain bread
- 1 tsp sea salt (divided)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper (divided)
- 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Optional: Olive oil for drizzling
Instructions
- Prepare the Avocado: Halve and pit the avocados. Scoop the flesh into a bowl, mash until slightly chunky, then stir in lemon juice, ½ tsp salt, and ¼ tsp pepper.
- Toast the Bread: Toast whole grain bread slices until golden brown using a toaster or oven broiler.
- Poach the Eggs: In a saucepan, bring water to a gentle simmer. Crack each egg into a small bowl and gently slide into the water. Cook for about 3 minutes until whites are set but yolks remain runny.
- Assemble Your Toast: Spread mashed avocado generously on each toasted slice. Top with poached eggs.
- Season and Serve: Sprinkle remaining salt and pepper over the eggs. Drizzle with olive oil if desired. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Poaching, Toasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice of toast with poached egg
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 210mg