Avocado Toast with Poached Egg
Indulge in the ultimate breakfast experience with this Avocado Toast topped with a perfectly poached egg. Creamy avocado melds harmoniously with a runny yolk, all resting on crispy whole grain toast. Quick to prepare and packed with nutrients, this dish is perfect for leisurely weekend brunches or a quick, energizing weekday meal. Elevate your mornings and enjoy the delightful flavors and health benefits of this popular favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Toasting/Poaching
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ripe avocado
- 2 large eggs
- 2 slices whole grain bread
- 1 tsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a bowl. Mash lightly with lemon juice, salt, and pepper until creamy yet chunky.
- Toast the bread slices until golden brown and crispy.
- In a saucepan, bring water to a gentle simmer. Add a splash of vinegar. Crack each egg into a small bowl and gently slide them into the water. Cook for 3-4 minutes for runny yolks.
- Spread the mashed avocado generously on each slice of toast and carefully place one poached egg on top.
- Sprinkle extra salt and pepper over the eggs and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice of toast with poached egg
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 186mg