Loaded Avocado Toast (3 Ways)
Three delicious ways to make loaded avocado toast — classic, spicy, and Mediterranean. Ready in under 10 minutes, these avocado toasts are perfect for a quick, healthy breakfast or brunch.
Base Ingredients
- 3 slices thick sourdough or whole grain bread
- 2 ripe avocados
- Squeeze of fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Classic Avocado Toast
- Cherry tomatoes, halved
- Flaky sea salt
- Red pepper flakes
Spicy Avocado Toast
- Sriracha or hot sauce
- Everything bagel seasoning
- Fresh cilantro
Mediterranean Avocado Toast
- Crumbled feta cheese
- Kalamata olives, sliced
- Drizzle of balsamic glaze
- Fresh basil
Instructions
- Toast the bread: Toast the bread slices until golden and crisp.
- Prepare the avocado: Halve the avocados, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a bowl. Add lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mash to your preferred consistency.
- Assemble the toasts: Spread mashed avocado evenly across each toast slice.
- Classic version: Top with halved cherry tomatoes, a sprinkle of flaky sea salt, and red pepper flakes.
- Spicy version: Drizzle with sriracha, sprinkle everything bagel seasoning, and top with fresh cilantro.
- Mediterranean version: Sprinkle crumbled feta and sliced olives, drizzle balsamic glaze, and garnish with fresh basil.
Tips
- Perfect ripeness: Use avocados that yield slightly to gentle pressure. Over-ripe avocados turn brown quickly.
- Prevent browning: The lemon juice in the mash helps keep the avocado green. Serve immediately for best results.
- Add protein: Top any version with a fried egg or smoked salmon for extra staying power.
Storage
Avocado toast is best enjoyed immediately. If meal prepping, store the mashed avocado with plastic wrap pressed directly against the surface and toast bread fresh.