Avocado Toast with Fried Eggs – Easy, Tasty Breakfast
A quick and satisfying breakfast or brunch option featuring crispy toasted bread topped with creamy mashed avocado and a perfectly fried egg. It's simple, nourishing, and ready in under 10 minutes—ideal for busy mornings or a laid-back weekend meal.
Ingredients
- 1 slice of sturdy bread like sourdough or multigrain
- ½ ripe avocado
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon butter or olive oil
- Squeeze of lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Red pepper flakes optional
Instructions
- Toast the Bread: Toast the bread slice until golden and crisp.
- Mash the Avocado: In a small bowl, mash the avocado with a squeeze of lemon juice, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Set aside.
- Fry the Egg:
- Heat butter or oil in a small non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- Crack in the egg and cook for 2–3 minutes, or until the whites are set but the yolk remains runny.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Assemble the Toast:
- Spread the mashed avocado over the toasted bread.
- Top with the fried egg.
- Sprinkle extra pepper flakes or fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- For a firmer yolk, cook the egg a little longer or flip it for an over-easy version.
- Add toppings like sliced tomatoes, radishes, microgreens, or crumbled feta for extra flavor and texture.
- To make it a full meal, serve with a side salad or roasted veggies.