Strips & Avocado Toast
A quick and nutritious breakfast featuring creamy avocado spread on whole-grain toast, perfectly complemented by crispy breakfast strips for a satisfying start to your day.
For 1 serving
Prepare Breakfast Strips: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the breakfast strips and cook for 3-5 minutes per side, or until crispy and golden brown. Transfer the cooked strips to a plate lined with a paper towel to drain excess fat.
Toast Bread: While the strips are cooking, place the slice of whole-grain bread in a toaster or under a broiler. Toast to your desired level of crispness, typically 2-3 minutes.
Prepare Avocado Mash: Cut the ripe avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop out the flesh into a small bowl. Add the lime juice, sea salt, and black pepper.
Mash Avocado: Using a fork, mash the avocado mixture to your desired consistency – from chunky to smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Assemble Toast: Spread the mashed avocado evenly over the warm, toasted whole-grain bread.
Serve: Arrange the crispy breakfast strips alongside the avocado toast on a plate.
Garnish (Optional): For an extra kick, sprinkle red pepper flakes or chopped fresh cilantro over the avocado toast before serving.
What to keep in mind.
4 tips from the recipe — small details that make a real difference to the final dish.
- 1Perfect Avocado: Choose an avocado that yields slightly to gentle pressure when squeezed. If it's too hard, it's not ripe enough; if it's too soft, it might be overripe.
- 2Crispy Strips: For extra crispy strips, ensure your pan is hot enough and don't overcrowd it. Cook in batches if necessary.
- 3Flavor Boost: A dash of garlic powder or a sprinkle of everything bagel seasoning can elevate the avocado mash.
- 4Warm Toast: Spreading avocado on warm toast slightly melts it, enhancing the creaminess and flavor.
Adapt it for your goals.
Protein Boost
Add a fried or poached egg on top of the avocado toast for an extra layer of protein and richness.
Veggie DelightVeggie Delight
Incorporate thinly sliced radishes, cherry tomatoes, or cucumber for added crunch and freshness.
Spice It UpSpice It Up
Drizzle with sriracha or hot sauce, or mix finely diced jalapeño into the avocado mash for a fiery kick.
Why this is on our healthy list.
Heart-Healthy Fats
Avocados are rich in monounsaturated fats, which can help reduce bad cholesterol levels and lower the risk of heart disease.
High in Fiber
Whole-grain bread and avocado provide significant dietary fiber, aiding digestion, promoting satiety, and helping to regulate blood sugar levels.
Nutrient-Dense
This meal offers a good source of vitamins (K, C, B6, E), potassium, and folate, essential for overall bodily functions and energy.
Frequently asked questions
Absolutely! While whole-grain is recommended for fiber, sourdough, rye, or even gluten-free bread can be used based on your preference.
