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Close-up of a runny egg yolk breaking over smashed avocado on toasted bread with microgreens and hemp seeds.
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Avocado Toast with Poached Egg

A fresh and nutritious breakfast featuring creamy mashed avocado spread over crispy toast, topped with a perfectly poached egg. Simple, flavorful, and perfect for a healthy morning meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 People
Course: Breakfast & Brunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 slices bread toasted, any type you prefer
  • 1 - ripe avocado mashed
  • 4 - eggs poached
  • 1 tsp lemon juice optional, to flavor avocado
  • to taste - salt & pepper for seasoning
  • 1 pinch chili flakes optional, for a little heat
  • 1 tbsp fresh herbs optional, parsley or cilantro for garnish

Equipment

  • 1 Small Saucepan For poaching the eggs
  • 1 Slotted Spoon To remove the poached egg from water
  • 1 Toaster or Skillet For toasting the bread
  • 1 Knife For cutting and mashing avocado
  • 1 Bowl For mashing the avocado
  • 1 Plate For assembling and serving

Method
 

  1. Toast the bread:
    Lightly toast the bread slices until golden and crispy.
  2. Prepare the avocado:
    Mash the avocado in a bowl. Add lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste.
  3. Poach the eggs:
    Bring a small saucepan of water to a gentle simmer. Crack each egg into the water and cook for 3–4 minutes until the whites are set but the yolks remain runny. Use a slotted spoon to remove eggs.
  4. Assemble the toast:
    Spread the mashed avocado evenly over each slice of toasted bread.
  5. Top with eggs:
    Place a poached egg on top of each avocado-covered toast.
  6. Top with eggs:
    Place a poached egg on top of each avocado-covered toast.
  7. Garnish and serve:
    Sprinkle with chili flakes or fresh herbs if desired and serve immediately while warm.

Notes

Serving & Presentation

Serve Avocado Toast with Poached Egg immediately while the toast is warm and the egg yolk is runny. Place each slice on a plate and garnish with a pinch of chili flakes, freshly cracked black pepper, or a sprinkle of fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro for color and extra flavor.
For an elegant presentation, slice the toast diagonally and arrange the slices slightly overlapping on the plate. Optionally, add a few cherry tomatoes or a small side salad for a complete, visually appealing breakfast.