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Fresh Avocado Toast Recipe with 5 Easy Crunchy Toppings to Try

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A quick and easy avocado toast recipe featuring creamy mashed avocado on toasted bread topped with five crunchy toppings for a satisfying texture and fresh flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 4 slices good-quality bread (sourdough or whole grain recommended)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (for brushing the bread before toasting)
  • 2 ripe avocados, peeled and pitted
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • Salt, to taste (preferably flaky sea salt)
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 cup toasted pumpkin seeds
  • 2 tablespoons crispy fried shallots
  • 1/4 cup chopped roasted almonds or walnuts
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
  • 1/4 cup thinly sliced radishes
  • Optional garnishes: fresh cilantro or parsley leaves
  • Optional garnishes: red chili flakes or a drizzle of hot honey

Instructions

  1. If pumpkin seeds, nuts, or sesame seeds aren’t pre-toasted, place them in a dry skillet over medium heat. Stir frequently for 3–5 minutes until fragrant and lightly browned. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
  2. Brush each slice of bread lightly with olive oil on both sides. Toast in a grill pan or toaster until crisp and golden, about 3–4 minutes per side if grilling, or just until toasted if using a toaster.
  3. In a medium bowl, scoop out the avocado flesh. Add fresh lime juice, salt, and pepper. Mash with a fork or potato masher until desired consistency is reached (chunky or smooth). Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  4. Spread a generous layer of mashed avocado evenly over each slice of toasted bread.
  5. Sprinkle your choice of toasted pumpkin seeds, crispy shallots, nuts, sesame seeds, and radish slices evenly on top. Add cilantro or parsley leaves for freshness if desired.
  6. Optionally, sprinkle some red chili flakes or drizzle hot honey for a little heat or sweetness. Finish with a grind of fresh black pepper.
  7. Serve immediately to keep the bread crisp and toppings crunchy.

Notes

Toast seeds and nuts while bread is toasting to save time. Use ripe but firm avocados for best texture. Store mashed avocado with lime juice in an airtight container with plastic wrap pressed on surface to minimize browning. Toast bread just before serving to maintain crunch. Fried shallots can burn quickly; watch carefully or use pre-made.

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Keywords: avocado toast, crunchy toppings, easy breakfast, healthy snack, quick recipe, mashed avocado, sourdough toast

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