Easy Creamy Avocado Toast Recipe with Simple Poached Eggs—Nifty Nelly

avocado

🥗Healthier: mashed peas

💰Cheaper: hummus

Mashed peas provide a similar creamy texture and are often cheaper.

bread

🥗Healthier: whole grain bread

💰Cheaper: white bread

Whole grain bread is more nutritious.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is more affordable and has a neutral flavor.

fresh herbs

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Dried herbs can be used in place of fresh for convenience.

Toast the bread until golden brown.

Cut the avocado in half and remove the pit.

Scoop the avocado flesh into a bowl and mash it with a fork.

Add lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to the mashed avocado and mix well.

Bring a pot of water to a gentle simmer for poaching the eggs.

Crack each egg into a small bowl, then gently slide it into the simmering water.

Poach the eggs for 3-4 minutes until the whites are set but yolks remain runny.

Remove the poached eggs with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

Spread the mashed avocado evenly on each slice of toasted bread.

Top each avocado toast with a poached egg.

Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with red pepper flakes and fresh herbs.

Serve immediately.

Cooking Techniques

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