Avocado Toast with Heirloom Tomatoes
Avocado Toast with Heirloom Tomatoes is a delightful fusion of creamy avocado and sweet, juicy heirloom tomatoes nestled on crunchy whole grain bread. This vibrant dish is quick to prepare, making it perfect for brunch or a nourishing breakfast. With fresh basil and a drizzle of olive oil, each bite bursts with flavor, leaving you satisfied and energized. Enjoy this nutritious meal that not only pleases the palate but also brings joy to your table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Toasting
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1 cup heirloom tomatoes, sliced
- 2 slices whole grain bread
- 5 fresh basil leaves
- 2 tsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Toast the whole grain bread until golden brown.
- In a bowl, mash the ripe avocado with salt and pepper to taste.
- Slice the heirloom tomatoes into thick wedges.
- Spread the mashed avocado generously over each slice of toasted bread.
- Top with sliced heirloom tomatoes and fresh basil leaves.
- Drizzle with olive oil and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice of toast with toppings (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider topping with crumbled feta cheese or red pepper flakes. - You can customize your toast by swapping heirloom tomatoes for sun-dried tomatoes or adding microgreens for extra freshness.