Delectable Avocado Toast with Poached Eggs
This dish features creamy mashed avocado spread on toasted whole grain bread, topped with perfectly poached eggs for a nutritious breakfast.
Ingredients
- 2 slices whole grain bread
- 1 whole ripe avocado
- 2 large eggs
- to taste sea salt
- to taste freshly cracked black pepper
- a pinch red pepper flakes
- ½ whole fresh lemon
Instructions
- Toast the whole grain bread slices until golden brown and crisp.
- Heat water in a small saucepan over medium-low until simmering.
- Crack each egg into separate small bowls.
- Stir the simmering water to create a whirlpool and slide in the eggs one at a time.
- Poach the eggs for 3-4 minutes for a runny yolk, longer for firmer yolks.
- Mix the mashed avocado with sea salt, black pepper, and lemon juice until combined.
- Spread the avocado mixture generously over the toasted bread.
- Use a slotted spoon to lift the poached eggs from the water, draining excess water.
- Place one poached egg on each slice of avocado toast.
- Sprinkle red pepper flakes and add extra salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately for a delicious breakfast.
Notes
Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.