Save It I used to skip breakfast until a friend made me avocado toast on a lazy Sunday morning. The creamy avocado against crispy bread felt like such a simple revelation. She handed me a shaker of everything seasoning and said, just trust me. One bite and I understood why people rave about this dish.
I started making this for my partner on weekends, and it became our ritual. We'd brew coffee, toast bread, and take turns mashing the avocado while arguing about the perfect texture. Sometimes I'd add a fried egg, sometimes just herbs from the windowsill. It never felt like cooking, more like playing.
Ingredients
- Whole grain or sourdough bread: The foundation of this dish, so choose something with real texture and flavor that crisps up beautifully when toasted.
- Ripe avocado: Look for one that yields gently when pressed, too firm and it wont mash smoothly, too soft and it tastes off.
- Everything bagel seasoning: This blend of sesame seeds, garlic, onion, and salt is what makes the toast truly addictive.
- Extra-virgin olive oil: A drizzle adds richness and helps the avocado spread more easily across the bread.
- Freshly squeezed lemon juice: Brightens the avocado and keeps it from browning too quickly if you have leftovers.
- Large eggs (optional): A runny yolk turns this into a full meal, silky and satisfying.
- Crumbled feta cheese (optional): Adds a tangy, creamy contrast that pairs surprisingly well with the everything seasoning.
- Fresh herbs (optional): Chives, parsley, or cilantro bring a fresh, grassy note that cuts through the richness.
- Red pepper flakes (optional): Just a pinch if you want a little warmth on your tongue.
Instructions
- Toast the bread:
- Drop your slices into the toaster or set them on a grill pan over medium heat. You want them golden and crisp, with a bit of char if you like that smoky edge.
- Mash the avocado:
- Halve the avocado, twist out the pit, and scoop the green flesh into a bowl. Mash with a fork until mostly smooth, leaving a few chunks for texture, then stir in lemon juice, olive oil, and a pinch of salt.
- Spread and season:
- Spread the mashed avocado evenly over the warm toast, then sprinkle generously with everything bagel seasoning. Don't be shy, the seasoning is the star here.
- Add your toppings:
- If you're using eggs, feta, herbs, or red pepper flakes, pile them on now while the toast is still warm. Serve immediately before the bread loses its crunch.
Save It One morning I made this for my neighbor who had just moved in, and she told me it reminded her of breakfast in California. We sat on my porch eating avocado toast and drinking iced coffee, and it felt like the kind of small moment that builds friendships. Food has a way of doing that.
How to Pick the Perfect Avocado
Press gently near the stem, if it gives just a little, its ready. If the skin feels mushy or has dark spots, its past its prime. I used to buy avocados too early and get impatient, now I buy a few at different stages so theres always one ready to go.
Making It a Full Meal
A fried egg with a runny yolk turns this into something hearty enough for lunch. I also love adding smoked salmon, sliced radishes, or even a handful of microgreens when I want it to feel fancy. The base is so simple that it handles almost any topping you throw at it.
Storage and Leftovers
Avocado toast is best eaten fresh, but if you have leftover mashed avocado, press plastic wrap directly onto the surface and refrigerate it for up to a day. The lemon juice helps slow browning, though it will still darken a bit. Just scrape off any brown spots and stir before using.
- Store leftover everything seasoning in a sealed jar so it stays crunchy and aromatic.
- Toast extra bread and keep it in an airtight container if you want to meal prep the base.
- Prep your toppings the night before so assembly is even faster in the morning.
Save It This toast has become my go-to when I want something quick but satisfying, proof that breakfast doesnt have to be complicated to feel special. I hope it becomes one of your easy favorites too.
Recipe FAQs
- → What type of bread works best?
Whole grain or sourdough bread toasts well and provides a sturdy base.
- → Can I make it vegan?
Yes, simply omit optional eggs and feta cheese for a vegan-friendly version.
- → How do I enhance the flavor?
Rubbing a cut garlic clove on the toast before spreading avocado adds subtle aroma and depth.
- → What is everything seasoning?
A mix of sesame seeds, poppy seeds, dried garlic, onion, and salt that adds a crunchy, savory topping.
- → How to serve for best texture?
Serve immediately after assembling to keep the toast crisp and toppings fresh.