Learn How to Make the Base Recipe
This is one of our base recipes—flexible formulas designed to help you cook with confidence.
Avocado toast is simple, nourishing, and endlessly adaptable. With just a few ingredients, you
can whip up a meal that’s creamy, crunchy, and packed with flavor. Whether you keep it classic
with lemon and salt or load it with toppings, avocado toast is here to stay.
Must-Know Skills
To make this recipe even easier, check out these videos to learn how to:
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Culinary Tips for the Best Avocado Toast
Choose ripe avocados. Look for slightly soft avocados that give gently when pressed.Prevent browning. Add lemon or lime juice to the mashed avocado to slow oxidation and keep
it from browning.
Toast matters! Use hearty whole-grain bread for extra crunch, flavor, and fiber. Sourdough is
also a good option.
Mash or slice. Mash avocado directly on toast for a spreadable base, or slice it for a beautiful
presentation.
Season with salt. Salt brings out the avocado’s flavor—don’t skip it!
Ingredient Swaps & Substitutions
● Bread: Use any whole-grain or sourdough bread that you love. Sub gluten-free if
needed.
● Avocado: Try hummus, nut butter, or ricotta for a creamy base if you’re out of avocado.
● Lemon or lime juice: Fresh is best, but sub the bottled kind if you must .
We recommend sourcing quality bread from local bakeries and trusted spice shops like The
Spice House for best results!
Recipe Variations
Because this is a base recipe, the possibilities are endless! Here are some topping ideas:
● Protein Boost: Add a fried egg, smoked salmon, white beans, or toasted nuts.
● Vegetable Power: Top with tomatoes, cucumbers, pickled onions, arugula, sautéed
mushrooms, or fresh herbs.
● Fruit Friendly: Switch it up with sliced strawberries or a sprinkle of pomegranate seeds.
Avocado is a fruit afterall!
● Cheesy Explosion: Sprinkle feta, goat cheese, or Parmesan on top.
● Seasoning Boost: Everything bagel seasoning, chili flakes, tajin, or za’atar add instant
flavor.
● Global Flavors: Try kimchi, salsa, or Mediterranean-inspired toppings like olives and
herbs.
Check out our favorite Avocado Toast Variations for more inspiration!
Equipment Recommendations
For recipe success, use the following pieces of equipment:
● Cutting Board & Chef’s Knife – for easing slicing and dicing
● Toaster – for a beautiful golden crunch
● Fork or spoon – for mashing and spreading
Check out our essential equipment guide to stock your kitchen with ALL the tools you need to
prepare anything and everything!
Health Benefits of Avocado Toast
Avocado and whole grain bread (or sourdough) are the stars of this recipe!
Avocado
Avocados are rich in healthy fats and are a great source of vitamins, minerals, and
phytonutrients. They also happen to make everything taste better (well, at least we think so)!
Whole grain bread
Whole grains are a good source of fiber and complex carbohydrates. Fiber is important for
digestion, satiety, stable blood sugar, good cholesterol, and healthy gut bacteria. Complex
carbohydrates are important for steady energy and focus.
Sourdough bread
for whole grain bread. It has a lower glycemic load than white bread, meaning it takes your body longer to digest it than regular white bread, especially if eaten as part of a meal. Some of the
recipes. Because great ingredients = great food! 🌟🌟
How to Serve Avocado Toast
Enjoy avocado toast as:
● A quick breakfast or brunch
● A light lunch with a side salad
● A nutrient-dense snack
● A base for creative appetizers
Pair it with coffee, tea, or a smoothie for a complete meal. Learn how to build a healthy
balanced meal with our Whole Life Plate, meal plan, and book!
Storage Tips
Avocados brown quickly. If prepping ahead, store mashed avocado with lemon juice in an
airtight container, pressing plastic wrap directly against the surface to slow oxidation.
Toast fresh. Bread tastes best toasted right before serving.
More Healthy Breakfast Recipes to Try
If you love avocado toast, you might also enjoy:
● Banana Oat Pancakes
● Greek Yogurt Parfaits
● Homemade Granola
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out, leave us a review, and tell us what changes you made! We love hearing how you make it
your own.
Avocado Toast Base Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 slice whole-grain or sourdough bread
- ½ ripe avocado (~¼ cup mashed)
- Squeeze of fresh lemon or lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Toppings to YOUR taste
Protein boosters:
- 1 egg, scrambled, fried, or hard boiled (and sliced)
- 1-2 oz oz shredded or diced chicken, turkey, or salmon
- 1-2 Tablespoons beans
- 1-2 Tablespoons shredded or crumbled cheese
- 1 teaspoon toasted nuts or seeds
Plant power:
- ¼ cup leafy salad greens
- 2 Tablespoons -¼ cup cup diced or sliced vegetables (fresh, cooked, and/or pickled)
- 2 Tablespoons -¼ cup diced, sliced, or sprinkled fruit
Flavor & Garnish:
- ½-1 Tablespoon chopped fresh herbs
- up to ¼ teaspoon spices
- Drizzle or dash of balsamic glaze, extra virgin olive oil, honey, chili oil or hot sauce
Instructions
- Place bread slices in a toaster or under a broiler until golden brown and crisp.
- Cut avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop half of the flesh onto each slice of toast. Mash until smooth or slightly chunky, depending on your preference, and sprinkle with lemon juice, salt, pepper, and optional spices.
- Add your favorite toppings. Enjoy!
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This avocado toast base recipe is absolutely delicious and so simple to make! I love how fresh and creamy the flavors are it’s now my go-to breakfast or snack. Perfect balance of healthy and satisfying.
We think so too!