Basic Base for All 4 Toasts
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2 slices of bread (sourdough, whole grain, or your favorite)
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1 ripe avocado
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Optional: a squeeze of lemon or lime for freshness
Prep: Toast the bread, mash the avocado with a fork, season lightly with salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Now you can customize!
1. Classic Garlic & Tomato
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Toppings: Sliced cherry tomatoes, minced garlic, drizzle of olive oil
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Optional: Sprinkle with chili flakes for a slight kick
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Flavor: Fresh, bright, and simple
2. Egg & Everything Bagel Twist
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Toppings: 1 fried or poached egg, sprinkle of everything bagel seasoning (sesame seeds, poppy seeds, dried onion, garlic)
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Flavor: Savory, hearty, breakfast-ready
3. Mediterranean
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Toppings: Crumbled feta cheese, sliced cucumber, kalamata olives, a few fresh mint leaves
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Flavor: Tangy, refreshing, and a little salty
4. Sweet & Nutty
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Toppings: Drizzle of honey or maple syrup, crushed pistachios or walnuts, a pinch of cinnamon
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Flavor: Sweet-savory contrast, perfect for brunch or a snack
Tips for Perfect Avocado Toast
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Use ripe but firm avocado—overripe can be mushy.
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Toast bread well—it gives texture and prevents sogginess.
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Experiment: Add microgreens, pickled onions, or hot sauce for extra flair.
If you want, I can make a “10+ creative avocado toast ideas” list with flavors from spicy to dessert-style, perfect for rotating through a week without getting bored.