Avocado Toast with Poached Eggs
Ingredients:
- 2 slices of whole-grain bread
- 1 ripe avocado
- 2 large eggs
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Red pepper flakes (optional, for some heat)
- Fresh herbs (such as cilantro or chives), chopped for garnish
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions:
Toast the Bread:
- Toast the whole-grain bread slices to your liking.
Prepare the Avocado:
- While the bread is toasting, mash the ripe avocado in a bowl using a fork. Add salt and pepper to taste. You can also add a squeeze of lemon juice for extra freshness.
Poach the Eggs:
- Poach the eggs. You can use your preferred method, but a simple way is to bring a pot of water to a simmer, add a splash of vinegar, and gently slide in the eggs, cooking for about 3-4 minutes for a soft, runny yolk.
Assemble the Avocado Toast:
- Spread the mashed avocado evenly over the toasted bread slices.
Top with Poached Eggs:
- Carefully place the poached eggs on top of the mashed avocado.
Season and Garnish:
- Sprinkle salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using) over the poached eggs. Garnish with fresh herbs.
Serve with Lemon Wedges:
- Serve the avocado toast with lemon wedges on the side. Squeezing a bit of lemon juice over the top adds a zesty kick.
Enjoy:
- Your Avocado Toast with Poached Eggs is ready to be enjoyed! It's a satisfying and nutritious breakfast that's also Instagram-worthy.