Avocado Toast with Tomato
Quick and delicious Avocado Toast with Tomato. Creamy avocados, juicy tomatoes, and crispy toast make for the perfect meal or snack.
Servings: 2 Servings
Calories: 406kcal
Ingredients
- 2 Avocados ripe
- 2 slices Whole-Grain Bread toasted
- 1 Tomato medium - thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
- ¼ teaspoon Salt
- ⅛ teaspoon Pepper
- Olive Oil for drizzling
- Red Pepper Flakes optional
- Basil fresh
Instructions
- Toast the bread slices until golden brown.
- While the bread is toasting, halve the avocados, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a bowl. Mash the avocados with a fork until smooth, then mix in the lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the mashed avocado evenly onto each slice of toasted bread.
- Arrange the tomato slices on top of the avocado. Drizzle a small amount of olive oil over the tomatoes, and add additional salt and pepper if desired.
- Garnish with red pepper flakes, fresh basil, or chopped cilantro if using.
Notes
Tips for Perfect Avocado Toast
- Choose Ripe Avocados: The key to a delicious avocado toast is using perfectly ripe avocados. If the avocado feels slightly soft when you gently press it, it's ready to use.
- Bread Selection: Whole-grain bread is a nutritious option, but feel free to experiment with sourdough, rye, or even gluten-free varieties for different textures and flavors.
- Lemon Juice: Don’t skip the lemon juice! Not only does it prevent the avocado from browning, but it also adds a zesty contrast to the creamy avocado.
- Customize Your Toppings: Play around with different toppings like feta cheese, hard-boiled eggs, or even smoked salmon for a more indulgent version.
Nutrition
Calories: 406kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 20g | Sodium: 434mg | Potassium: 1200mg | Fiber: 16g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 808IU | Vitamin C: 31mg | Calcium: 77mg | Iron: 2mg