Savory Avocado Toast with Poached Eggs

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June 17, 2025

Savory Avocado Toast with Poached Eggs

Prep: 10 mins
Cook: 5 mins
Yields: 2 servings
Categories: breakfast
Diets: low_carb, Gluten-Free
Difficulties: intermediate
For intermediate

Overview

This Savory Avocado Toast with Poached Eggs is a quick and delicious homemade breakfast, perfect for a nutritious start to your day. Creamy avocado, perfectly poached eggs, and a sprinkle of flavorful seasonings on whole-grain toast make this a balanced meal with healthy fats, protein, and fiber. It’s simple yet elegant, ideal for a weekend brunch or a busy weekday morning.

Equipment

  • - Small saucepan (for poaching eggs)
  • - Slotted spoon
  • - Toaster or oven
  • - Small bowl
  • - Fork or spoon (for mashing avocado)

Instructions

1.

Toast the Bread*
  • Toast the whole-grain bread slices in a toaster or oven until golden and crisp, about 2-3 minutes.

2.

Prepare the Avocado*
  • Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a small bowl.
  • Add lemon juice, a pinch of salt, and a pinch of black pepper. Mash with a fork until smooth but slightly chunky.

3.

Poach the Eggs*
  • Fill a small saucepan with water and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Add the white vinegar to the water (this helps the egg whites coagulate).
  • Crack one egg into a small cup. Create a gentle whirlpool in the water with a spoon, then carefully slide the egg into the center of the whirlpool. Repeat with the second egg.
  • Cook for 3-4 minutes until the whites are set but the yolk is still runny. Remove each egg with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel.

4.

Assemble the Toast*
  • Spread the mashed avocado evenly over each slice of toasted bread.
  • Place a poached egg on top of each avocado-covered toast.
  • Sprinkle with remaining salt, black pepper, and red chili flakes (if using). Top with cherry tomatoes and fresh herbs for extra flavor and color, if desired.

5.

Serve*
  • Serve immediately while the eggs are warm and the toast is crisp.

Ingredients

Tips

  • - For a firmer yolk, poach the eggs for an extra minute.
  • - Swap whole-grain bread for sourdough or gluten-free bread based on dietary needs.
  • - Add a drizzle of olive oil or a pinch of everything bagel seasoning for extra flavor.

Nutritional Info

  • - Calories: ~300 kcal
  • - Protein: 12g
  • - Fat: 18g
  • - Carbs: 22g
  • - High in healthy fats, protein, and fiber.
  • - Suitable for vegetarian and gluten-free (use gluten-free bread) diets.
  • This recipe is inspired by classic avocado toast recipes from Bon Appétit and The Kitchn, adapted for a hearty breakfast.

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