This simple yet satisfying recipe is perfect for a quick breakfast or brunch. Creamy avocado, a perfectly poached egg, and crunchy toast make a delightful combination.
🕒 Prep Time: 10 mins
🍳 Cook Time: 5 mins
👥 Servings: 1
Ingredients:
- 1 slice of whole-grain or sourdough bread
- ½ ripe avocado
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp white vinegar (optional, for poaching)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Red pepper flakes (optional, for a kick)
- Fresh herbs (like parsley or chives) for garnish
Instructions:
1. Toast the Bread:
- Start by toasting your bread until it’s golden and crispy.
2. Prepare the Avocado:
- In a small bowl, mash the avocado with a fork until smooth but still a bit chunky. Add a pinch of salt and pepper to taste.
3. Poach the Egg:
- Fill a small pot with about 3 inches of water and bring it to a simmer. Add the vinegar if using, as it helps the egg whites stay together.
- Crack the egg into a small bowl, then gently slide it into the simmering water.
- Poach the egg for about 3 minutes for a soft, runny yolk, or longer if you prefer a firmer yolk. Remove with a slotted spoon and let it drain.
4. Assemble the Toast:
- Spread the mashed avocado onto the toasted bread.
- Place the poached egg on top of the avocado.
5. Season and Garnish:
- Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if you like a bit of spice.
- Garnish with fresh herbs for extra flavor and color.
Tips:
- Perfect Poached Egg: If you’re new to poaching eggs, using a small fine-mesh sieve to strain out the watery part of the egg white before poaching can help make a neater poached egg.
- Topping Ideas: Add a sprinkle of everything bagel seasoning, sliced cherry tomatoes, or microgreens for extra flavor and texture.
Enjoy your healthy, delicious avocado toast with a perfectly poached egg! This simple dish is packed with healthy fats, protein, and fiber to keep you energized throughout the morning. 🥑🍳
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 slice (about 180g)
Servings Per Recipe: 1
Amount Per Serving | Calories | % Daily Value* |
---|---|---|
Calories | 290 | |
Total Fat | 21g | 27% |
Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
Trans Fat | 0g | |
Cholesterol | 185mg | 62% |
Sodium | 210mg | 9% |
Total Carbohydrates | 20g | 7% |
Dietary Fiber | 7g | 25% |
Total Sugars | 1g | |
Protein | 10g | 20% |
Vitamin D | 15%
Calcium | 6%
Iron | 10%
Potassium | 10%
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.