Description
Avocado Toast with Poached Egg is one of the most popular choices in the healthy breakfast trend, combining creamy avocado, perfectly toasted bread, and a silky poached egg for a nourishing yet indulgent meal. Perfect for easy brunch recipes, simple spring meals, and Instagram brunch ideas.
Ingredients
- 2 slices whole-grain or sourdough bread
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1–2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 large eggs
- 4 cups water
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar (optional)
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
- Cherry tomatoes, halved (optional)
- Fresh herbs – parsley, chives, or cilantro (optional)
- Everything bagel seasoning (optional)
- Microgreens (optional)
- Crumbled feta cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Toast bread slices until golden brown and crisp.
- Cut avocado, remove pit, and scoop flesh into a bowl.
- Add lemon juice, salt, and pepper, then mash until smooth but slightly chunky.
- Spread mashed avocado evenly over toasted bread.
- Bring water to a gentle simmer in a saucepan.
- Add vinegar if using.
- Crack egg into a small bowl.
- Create a gentle swirl in simmering water and slide egg into center.
- Cook for 3–4 minutes for soft yolk.
- Remove with slotted spoon and drain on paper towel.
- Repeat with second egg.
- Place one poached egg on each avocado toast.
- Season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Add optional toppings as desired.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
Use fresh eggs for best poaching results. Keep water at a gentle simmer, not a rolling boil. Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American