Avocado Egg Smash Toast (Printer-friendly)

Delight in a smooth mix of avocado, eggs, herbs, and lemon on toasted bread for a light meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Avocado Egg Smash

01 - 2 large eggs
02 - 1 ripe avocado
03 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
04 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives (optional)
05 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
06 - 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
07 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ For Serving

08 - 2 slices whole-grain bread, toasted
09 - Extra chives or chili flakes, for garnish (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Place the eggs in a small saucepan, cover with cold water, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes to achieve hard-boiled eggs.
02 - Drain the hot water and cool the eggs under cold running water. Peel the eggs and roughly chop them.
03 - Scoop out the avocado into a medium bowl and mash it with a fork until creamy.
04 - Add the chopped eggs, lemon juice, chives, parsley, sea salt, and black pepper to the mashed avocado. Mash gently to combine, maintaining some texture.
05 - Toast the whole-grain bread slices until golden and crisp.
06 - Spread the avocado and egg mixture evenly over the toasted bread. Garnish with extra chives or chili flakes if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together in under 25 minutes, which means you can actually eat it before your coffee gets cold.
  • The combination of avocado and eggs keeps you satisfied for hours without that mid-morning crash.
  • It tastes fancy enough to serve guests but casual enough to make on a random weekday.
02 -
  • Overcooked eggs get rubbery and pale. The 10-minute timing is sacred if you want that creamy yolk texture that makes this dish what it is.
  • Don't add the lemon juice too early if you're prepping ahead; it will make the avocado greener longer but the acid can turn the mixture slightly grainy after a few hours.
03 -
  • Buy avocados that are slightly firmer than you think you need, then let them sit on your counter for a day. They'll hit peak ripeness right when you want them, and you'll avoid that mushy disappointment.
  • If your avocado is too soft or browning inside, use it immediately and don't make this dish another day; it's not worth the compromise. When it's perfect, you'll know.
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