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Avocado Toast with Poached Eggs
The ultimate avocado toast — creamy smashed avocado on crusty toast topped with perfectly poached eggs. A satisfying, nutritious breakfast in 10 minutes.
Prep 5 min
Cook 8 min
Total 13 min
Serves 2
Ingredients
Step 1 — Make the smashed avocado
- 2 ripe avocados
- Juice of ½ lemon
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
Step 2 — Poach the eggs
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tbsp white vinegar
- Water (for poaching)
Step 3 — Assemble
- 4 slices thick bread (sourdough or whole grain, toasted)
- Everything bagel seasoning
- Microgreens or arugula (optional)
- Red pepper flakes
Instructions
- 1
Smash the avocado
Halve and pit avocados. Scoop flesh into a bowl. Add lemon juice, garlic powder, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Smash with a fork to your preferred texture — leave some chunks for the best result.
- 2
Poach the eggs
Bring 3 inches of water to a gentle simmer in a wide pan. Add vinegar. Crack each egg into a small cup. Create a gentle swirl in the water, then slide an egg into the center. Cook 3-4 minutes for a runny yolk. Remove with a slotted spoon and pat dry.
- 3
Assemble
Spread smashed avocado generously on toasted bread. Top each slice with a poached egg. Sprinkle with everything bagel seasoning, red pepper flakes, and microgreens. Serve immediately.
Nutrition per serving: 420 cal · 20g protein · 38g carbs · 22g fat · 10g fiber
For informational purposes only. Not medical or dietary advice. Verify ingredients for allergens, cooking times, and safe internal temperatures before serving.
