Name: Avocado Toast
Prep time: 1 min
Cook time: 2 min
Total time: 3 min
Yield: 4 slices
Cuisine: American

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In a small bowl mash together avocado, lemon juice and salt.

Spread over toast and top with optional accompaniments.

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Select Perfectly Ripe Avocados 🥑
Choose avocados that yield slightly to gentle pressure but aren't mushy—they should slice cleanly without browning. Buy avocados 2-3 days before serving and ripen in a paper bag at room temperature for consistent, creamy results.
Toast Bread to Golden Perfection 🍞
Use thick-cut bread (½ inch) toasted until crispy outside but still slightly yielding inside to support the moist toppings without becoming soggy. This creates the ideal textural contrast with creamy avocado.
Master the Avocado Spread Technique 🔪
Slice the avocado directly onto warm toast and gently press with the back of a fork to create a rustic, chunky spread rather than mashing it to paste—this preserves texture and prevents oxidation browning.
Pickle Onions Fresh for Best Flavor 🧅
Make quick-pickled onions 30 minutes to 2 hours ahead using equal parts vinegar and water with a pinch of salt; the acidity cuts through richness while the brief fermentation develops superior tang compared to store-bought versions.
Build Your Toast with Strategic Layering 🏗️
Layer the egg first (warm) on toasted bread, then avocado, then vegetables—this sequence ensures the warm egg slightly cooks the avocado for better adhesion while keeping delicate herbs and tomatoes fresh on top.