Avocado Toast

Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for Avocado Toast for four people.

Ingredients:

  • 4 ripe avocados
  • 8 slices of whole-grain bread (or bread of your choice)
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional toppings: sliced cherry tomatoes, crumbled feta cheese, red pepper flakes, fresh herbs (like cilantro or basil), or sesame seeds

Instructions:

  1. Cut the avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a bowl. Mash the avocado with a fork until it reaches your desired consistency.
  2. Add lemon juice, salt, and pepper to the mashed avocado, and mix well to combine.
  3. Toast the slices of bread until they are golden brown and crispy.
  4. Spread the mashed avocado generously onto each slice of toasted bread.
  5. Add any optional toppings you prefer. For instance, top with sliced cherry tomatoes, crumbled feta cheese, a sprinkle of red pepper flakes, fresh herbs, or sesame seeds for extra flavor and texture.

Serving Sides:

  • Mixed Greens Salad: Serve avocado toast with a simple side salad of mixed greens, tossed with a light vinaigrette or a drizzle of olive oil and lemon juice.
  • Fruit Salad: Accompany your avocado toast with a refreshing fruit salad composed of seasonal fruits like berries, melon, pineapple, and grapes.
  • Sliced Veggies: Serve a side of sliced cucumbers, bell peppers, or carrots for a crunchy and healthy addition.

These serving side options complement the creamy and flavorful avocado toast, providing a balanced and satisfying meal or snack for four people!