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Egg Avocado Toast
Start the day with a balanced breakfast like Avocado Toast with Egg! The combination of creamy avocado and jammy egg yolks with crisp white turnips and toasty whole wheat bread provides a delicious contrast in textures and flavors. This recipe is a fun spin on a basic avocado toast recipe.
Why You Should Make This Recipe
I love this easy avocado toast, it is one of my go-to easy breakfast recipes especially if I have a little extra time that morning. This recipe is not hard to make and it makes for a balanced meal that costs way less to make at home than at a restaurant. Most of all, you should make this recipe because you will love the creaminess of the avocado and the additional protein the eggs add to the dish.
Tools
- Air-fryer, pot, or pan – depending on how you decide to cook your eggs
- Toaster oven or toaster – I use this Cuisinart 4-slice Toaster
Ingredients for Avocado Toast with Egg
- Avocado
- Soft Boiled Egg (hard-boiled, poached, scrambled, or fried egg in a little bit of olive oil)
- Whole wheat or whole grain bread
- Fresh Herbs
- Everything Bagel Seasoning
- Optional: Red pepper flakes, lemon juice, Salt & Pepper to taste
- Bonus Veggie: White turnips, tomatoes, cucumber – or whatever you have lying around.
Step – By Step Instructions
Toast the Bread
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- Toast the bread slices to your desired level of crispiness.
Prepare the Avocado
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- While the bread is toasting, cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the avocado flesh into a bowl.
- Mash the avocado with a fork and add salt and pepper to taste.
- Optionally, add fresh herbs for extra flavor.
Prepare Bonus Veggies
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- If using turnips, cucumbers, or tomatoes, slice them thinly.
Cook the Egg
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- In a separate pan, pot, or air-fryer, cook the egg to your liking (fried, poached, or scrambled). I like to use an air fryer soft-boiled egg.
Assemble the Avocado Toast
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- Once the toast is ready, spread the mashed avocado evenly on each slice.
- Lay the thinly sliced veggie over the avocado (if using).
- Then, place the cooked egg on top of the mashed avocado.
Season and Garnish
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- Sprinkle Everything Bagel Seasoning over the egg.
- Garnish with fresh herbs.
- Add some of the sliced veggies on the side.
Adjust Seasoning
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- Optionally, add red pepper flakes and more salt and pepper to taste or a few dashes of your favorite hot sauce.
Note: Feel free to customize the recipe based on your preferences and the veggies you have available. Enjoy your breakfast!
FAQ (Ask a Dietitian!)
Is avocado and egg toast healthy?
Yes, avocado toast is nutrient-rich. It contains healthy fats, some protein, lots of fiber, and micronutrients. I love to add some fruits or veggies to my avocado toast to further bump up the nutrients.
What happens to your body after eating avocado toast?
Avocado toast provides a combination of healthy fats, fiber, and protein leading to sustained energy levels and the feeling of fullness. This can lead to the consumption of fewer calories later in the day.
Additionally, the fiber in avocado and whole wheat toast supports digestive health.
Enjoy This Recipe? Try These Other Delicious Breakfasts
Croffles aka Croissant Waffles [Gluten-free, Vegan]
Strawberry Smoothie Bowl [Vegan and High Protein]
Mini Sweet Cream Pancakes with Maple Peanut Butter Syrup
Avocado Toast with Egg
Equipment
- 1 Air Fryer
- 1 toaster oven
Ingredients
- 4 slices whole wheat bread I love Dave's Killer Bread
- 1 avocado
- 4 large soft boiled eggs, peeled (scrambled, hard boiled, poached, or fried)
- 1 white turnip
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped or other herbs of choice such as dill, cilantro, or basil
- 4 tsp everything bagel seasoning
- hot sauce, kosher salt, and fresh cracked black pepper to taste
Instructions
Toast the Bread
- Toast the bread slices to your desired level of crispiness.
Prepare the Avocado
- While the bread is toasting, cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the avocado flesh into a bowl.
- Mash the avocado with a fork and add salt and pepper to taste.
- Optionally, add fresh herbs, salt, pepper for extra flavor.
Prepare the Vegetable
- If using turnips, cucumbers, or tomatoes, slice them thinly.
Cook the Egg
- In a separate pan, pot, or air-fryer, cook the egg to your liking (fried, poached, or scrambled). I like to use an air fryer soft-boiled egg. *See recipe notes for more details about my air-fryer soft boiled egg recipe.
Assemble
- Once the toast is ready, spread the mashed avocado evenly on each slice.
- Lay the thinly sliced veggie over the avocado (if using).
- Then, place the cooked egg on top of the mashed avocado and sliced vegetable.
Season and Garnish
- Sprinkle Everything Bagel Seasoning over the egg and garnish with fresh herbs.
- Optionally, add more salt and pepper to taste or a few dashes of your favorite hot sauce.
Nutrition
Hi, I'm Sarah Harper. I am a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist who loves to cook, eat, and talk about food! Here at The Addy Bean, you'll discover an array of flexitarian recipes. My mission is to inspire and encourage others to eat and explore the world of plant-based foods!
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