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Avocado Toast with Poached Egg: The Best Comfort Food Upgrade

Avocado Toast with Poached Egg

Upgrade your breakfast with this delicious and nutritious Avocado Toast with Poached Egg.

Ingredients

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  • 2 slices whole grain bread
  • 1 ripe avocado
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Toast the slices of whole grain bread until golden brown.
  2. While the bread is toasting, bring a pot of water to a gentle simmer and add a splash of vinegar.
  3. Crack the eggs into separate bowls and carefully slide them into the simmering water.
  4. Poach the eggs for about 3-4 minutes until the whites are set but the yolks are still runny.
  5. In a bowl, mash the ripe avocado with a fork and mix in the olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
  6. Spread the mashed avocado evenly over the toasted bread.
  7. Top each slice of avocado toast with a poached egg.
  8. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes and garnish with cilantro, if desired.

Notes

  • For a creamier texture, you can blend the avocado with a little lime juice.
  • Experiment with different types of bread for unique flavor profiles.

Nutrition

Keywords: Avocado Toast, Poached Egg, Breakfast, Comfort Food