This past Friday I shared a picture of my breakfast on my Instagram account (find me here) and I got so many messages to share its recipe. There is no recipe really – it is an avocado, tomato and fried egg toast. However, since so many of you asked, I am happy to oblige. I was wondering what to call this recipe, played around with names like breakfast avocado toast; avocado and egg breakfast toast; etc. Then I quickly realized that I do not want to label this toast or sandwich as just a breakfast recipe. Do not get me wrong, this toast is excellent breakfast as it covers so many brain food groups – there are “good” fats from avocado, vitamin C from tomato, carbs from whole-wheat honey oat bread, and proteins from egg. But who said you cannot have it for lunch or for dinner. Eggs are my absolute favorites to quickly put together a balanced meal when I am not in mood to cook. I am sure all of us have been there at one time or the other.
Since it is such a simple toast/sandwich, the quality and freshness of the ingredients used becomes very important. So good quality bread (“How can a country be great of its bread tastes like tissue” – Julia Child), fresh and ripe avocados and tomatoes, and good (as fresh as you can get and preferably organic) eggs are the key.
So here is what it took to make one toast (add another slice of bread on top, slathered with more avocado to make it a sandwich):
Ingredients:
Whole grain bread – 1 slice (or two)
Avocado – ½, small, thinly sliced or mashed
Tomato – ½, medium, sliced
Egg – 1
Butter – ½ tablespoon
Salt and freshly crushed black pepper – to taste
Everything but the bagel spice blend – for topping (optional)
Method:
Set a small non-stick skillet on medium low heat. Add butter and let it melt. Gently break the egg into the skillet, paying attention to the yolk. While the egg is cooking, slightly toast the slice of bread. Add salt and pepper to the egg. Flipping or not flipping the egg is your choice. However, if not flipping, make sure to tilt the pan and spoon some of the melted butter over the uncooked part of the egg that is closer to the yolk. Alternatively, you can lower the heat and cover the pan with a lid for 30 seconds to cook the egg. Spread avocado on the bread slice, add salt, layer sliced tomatoes, a pinch of salt and pepper and top with the fried egg. Sprinkle with everything but the bagel seasoning, if using. Poke the yolk with a fork to let that luscious goodness dress your toast. Enjoy!
Love – Vaishali.
Note: It’s important to slightly season every layer of this sandwich/toast to achieve great flavor..:).
Tools used:
Nonstick pan
Spatula
Knife and chopping board
Measuring spoon
Anagha says
Seasoning of this recipe is craving. I will use the same method.
Ashli Ferguson says
OOOHHH that looks so tasty... any kind of overeasy egg I am all for! haha
Vaishali says
Thanks Ashli. My favorite way to eat eggs as well..:)
Michele says
Thats looks so good and I unfortunately cant have it. I am allergic to avocado. Makes me so made because everything with it looks amazing and tasty.
Vaishali says
That's so strange Michele..you are the second person withing few hours today that had told me that they are allergic to avocado. I did not know that avocado allergy was common. I know it looks and tastes good but there are other great foods that you can enjoy..Thanks for reading...:)
Hackytips says
Avocado recipes are always best. This makes healthy and easy breakfast 🙂
Vaishali says
Thanks! I completely agree
Dallas newborn photographer says
This looks seriously delicious and combines my absolute favorite foods. Cannot wait to try it. In fact I think I'll have it for lunch.
Vaishali says
Yayy...I'm all for a quick and nutritious lunch
kathleen betancourt says
ok thank u SO much for sharing this recipe. Deff making this weekend!
Vaishali says
You are most welcome Kathleen. I hope you enjoy it.
aisasami says
Although I have an avocado allergy, this looks really yummy. I wish I could eat it!
Michelle Christie says
Yum Yum! Two of my favorite things. Avocado and eggs! Definitely a must try out for my household.
Vaishali says
Yes, avocado and eggs are a great combination. I hope you and your family enjoy it.
Neil Alvin Nicerio says
Yum! Your articles never failed to make my mouth water.
I'm excited to make one, as there are plenty of those ingredients here in the Philippines.
Vaishali says
Thanks Neil. Its good to know that you can get avocados in Philippines.
Luna S says
I need to get this seasoning, it looks so good!
Vaishali says
yes, it is great. Makes everything taste better.