Express Holiday Avocado Toast (Print)

A festive avocado toast bar featuring creamy avocado and a variety of seasonal toppings for brunch.

# Components:

→ Bread

01 - 12 slices artisan bread (sourdough, multigrain, or gluten-free), toasted

→ Avocado

02 - 4 ripe avocados, halved and pitted
03 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon or lime juice
04 - ½ teaspoon sea salt
05 - ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Savory Toppings

06 - 6 poached or soft-boiled eggs (optional)
07 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
08 - ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled (or vegan feta)
09 - 1 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
10 - ½ cup radishes, thinly sliced
11 - ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
12 - ½ cup smoked salmon (optional)
13 - ¼ cup microgreens or arugula

→ Festive & Sweet Toppings

14 - ½ cup pomegranate seeds
15 - ¼ cup toasted pumpkin seeds or pepitas
16 - 2 tablespoons dried cranberries, chopped
17 - 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup

→ Seasonings & Condiments

18 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
19 - 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
20 - 1 tablespoon everything bagel seasoning
21 - Flaky sea salt, to taste
22 - Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste

# Method:

01 - Toast the bread slices until golden and crisp. Arrange on a serving platter.
02 - Scoop out avocado flesh into a medium bowl and mash with lemon or lime juice, sea salt, and black pepper until mostly smooth with some texture remaining.
03 - Place mashed avocado in a serving bowl with a spoon, and arrange all toppings in small bowls or platters nearby.
04 - Invite guests to spread mashed avocado onto toasted bread and personalize with savory, sweet, and festive toppings of their choice.
05 - Drizzle each toast with extra-virgin olive oil and sprinkle with preferred seasonings such as red pepper flakes, everything bagel seasoning, flaky sea salt, and freshly cracked black pepper.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Customizable with savory and sweet toppings
  • Quick preparation perfect for holiday brunches
02 -
  • For a vegan option omit eggs cheese and smoked salmon
  • Use gluten-free bread for gluten sensitivities
03 -
  • Prepare all toppings ahead to make assembly quick and easy
  • Use ripe but firm avocados to avoid overly mushy texture
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