Breakfast

Avocado Toast with Poached Eggs

This avocado toast with poached eggs recipe is perfect for a healthy breakfast that’s quick and easy to prepare. As part of our recipes breakfast collection, it’s an ideal option for anyone looking for a high-protein or vegetarian breakfast. With whole-grain bread, fresh avocado, and perfectly poached eggs, this dish is a great way to start your day. Pair it with a fruit salad or Greek yogurt for a complete, nutritious meal.

Servings: 2 people Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 5 minutes

Ingredients:

For the avocado toast:

• 2 ripe avocados
• 4 slices of whole-grain bread
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Juice of 1/2 lemon
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Red pepper flakes (optional)

For the poached eggs:

• 4 large eggs
• 1 tablespoon white vinegar (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation:

Prepare the avocado spread

1. Scoop out the flesh of the avocados into a bowl. Add the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (optional). Mash together with a fork until smooth but slightly chunky.
2. Add the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (optional). Mash together with a fork until smooth but slighPoach the eggs
3. Bring a medium pot of water to a gentle simmer. Add a tablespoon of white vinegar (optional, helps the eggs stay intact).
4. Crack each egg into a small bowl. Gently slide each egg into the simmering water.
5. Poach the eggs for 3-4 minutes, or until the whites are set but the yolks remain soft.
6. Remove the eggs with a slotted spoon and set aside.

Toast the bread

1. While the eggs are poaching, toast the bread slices until they are golden and crispy. Then, spread the avocado mixture evenly over the toasted bread.

Assemble and serve

1. Put one poached egg on each slice of avocado toast. Add more salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if you like. Serve right away.