How to Make Avocado Toast with Egg – 3 Tasty Variations
Creamy avocado mashed with lemon and seasoning, spread over crispy toast and topped with a perfectly cooked egg. It’s a healthy, protein-rich meal that can be customized endlessly.
Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 5 minutes mins
Total Time 10 minutes mins
Course Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine American
Servings 1
Calories 320 kcal
- 1 slice whole grain or sourdough bread
- ½ ripe avocado
- 1 egg fried, poached, or soft-boiled
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: red pepper flakes everything bagel seasoning, microgreens, cherry tomatoes, or hot sauce
Toast the bread:
Toast the bread slice until golden and crispy.
Mash the avocado:
In a small bowl, mash the avocado with a fork. Add lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste.
Cook the egg:
Fry, poach, or soft-boil your egg to your liking. For a fried egg, heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat, add a bit of oil or butter, and crack the egg in. Cook until the whites are set and the yolk is still runny (or longer if you prefer a firmer yolk).
Assemble:
Spread the mashed avocado onto the toast.
Top with the egg.
Garnish:
Sprinkle with optional toppings like red pepper flakes, seasoning, or fresh herbs.
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For extra protein and crunch, you can add crispy bacon or hemp seeds.
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Want to bulk it up? Serve with a side of fresh fruit or a smoothie.
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Great with a poached egg for a more elevated version!
Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 10gFat: 20gFiber: 7g