Forest Egg Breakfast with spinach, avocado, mushrooms, rocket and truffle oil

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated cheddar

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is less expensive and works well for sautéing.

bread

🥗Healthier: whole grain bread

💰Cheaper: white bread

Whole grain bread is healthier but white bread is more budget-friendly.

eggs

🥗Healthier: egg whites

💰Cheaper: tofu

Tofu can replace eggs for a plant-based option.

Prepare the Buttered Toast: Toast the slice of bread until golden brown. Spread butter evenly on each slice while still warm. Set aside.

Prepare the Avocado Paste: Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh. Add the juice of half lemon, a tablespoon of olive oil. Mash the avocado mixture until smooth and creamy. Set aside.

Poached egg: Fill a medium saucepan or deep skillet with about 3-4 inches of water. Bring the water to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Crack an egg into a small bowl or ramekin. Use a spoon to stir the water in one direction to create a gentle whirlpool. Carefully slide the egg from the bowl into the center of the whirlpool. Let the egg cook undisturbed for about 3 minutes for a runny yolk. Use a slotted spoon to gently lift the poached egg out of the water. Place the egg on a paper towel to drain any excess water.

Cook the Mushrooms and Spinach: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a tablespoon of neutral oil. Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and cook until they are golden brown and tender, about 5-7 minutes. Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes. Season with a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper. Remove from heat and set aside.

Assemble the Breakfast: Spread avocado paste on slice of buttered toast. Arrange the cooked mushrooms and spinach evenly over the avocado paste. Place a poached egg on top.

Finish with Truffle Oil and Serve: Drizzle a small amount of white truffle oil over assembled toast. Sprinkle with additional freshly ground black pepper. Serve with a side of fresh rocket salad.

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