How to Make Avocado Toast (8 Ways)
An open-faced sandwich, also called Avocado Mash or Smash Toast, with a toasted bread base and a thick layer of creamy avocados mashed on top.
Equipment
- Toaster oven or skillet
Ingredients
- Thick-sliced bread (see note)
- Butter
- Ripe avocado (see note)
- Salt
- Black pepper or crushed red pepper
- Lemon juice
- Extra-virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Toast the bread in a toaster or on a skillet with some butter until crispy and browned.
- Scoop out the avocado flesh and mash it on top of the toast using a fork. Alternatively, you can do it separately in a small bowl.
- Add salt, black pepper or red pepper flakes, a squeeze of lemon, and extra-virgin olive oil.
- 8 ways to make Avocado Toast:#1 Anchovie + Tomato: For umami flavor, add a few anchovy fillets to your Avocado Toast. A slice of tomato and basil leaves add freshness and color.#2 Fried Egg: A beautifully fried egg with runny yolk on top of your Avocado Toast makes it extra special.#3 Hummus + Olives + Cucumbers: Make it creamier with plant-based protein like hummus topped with cucumbers and olives for flavor and texture.#4 Boiled Egg: Add creamy eggs boiled for about 7 minutes, then sprinkle with salt and pepper. Poached eggs are just as delicious.#5 Bacon: Add some crisp bacon to your Avocado Toast for an extra protein boost.#6 Caprese (Tomato + Mozzarella + Basil): If you like Caprese salad, add tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil leaves drizzled with balsamic glaze and extra-virgin olive oil.#7 Tomato + Basil: As simple as a slice of tomato will complement your Avocado Toast. Season with salt and pepper, then add fresh basil leaves and extra-virgin olive oil.#8 Scrambled Eggs + Smoked Salmon: Make creamy, soft scrambled eggs, then add smoked salmon towards the end. Garnish with chopped chives or scallions.
Notes
- Avocados: They should be ripe but not too ripe, firm but with a slight give when gently pressed. Remove the stem (or what remains of it) and check the inside—if it's green underneath, it's ready to eat. Refrigerate ripe avocados to keep them fresh longer, but leave unripe avocados on the counter.
- Bread: A rustic loaf that is crusty with a soft and chewy center, like sourdough bread, is best. You can also use a thick-sliced hearty or fluffy bread that is well-toasted, providing a sturdy base for the toppings.
- The basics: Add salt, black pepper or crushed red pepper, a squeeze of lemon or lime juice, and some extra-virgin olive oil.
- The extras: Here is where you can get creative.