Avocado Toast
About this recipe
Avocado toast is a simple yet satisfying dish that can be enjoyed at any time of day. This version, shared by Justin from Cooking with Coit, focuses on achieving the perfect creamy texture and flavor balance in just five minutes.
With just a few ingredients, including a ripe avocado and your choice of bread, you can whip up this delicious meal that’s both healthy and budget-friendly. Why spend $15 at a café when you can make it at home for under $3?
Ingredient notes
- Use one medium ripe avocado that is slightly squishy to ensure the best flavor and texture.
- Any type of bread can be used for toasting, so feel free to choose your favorite.
- Adjust the amount of lemon juice to taste, as it not only enhances flavor but also prevents the avocado from browning.
Tips from Cooking with Coit’s video
- When selecting an avocado, look for one that is dark in color and slightly squishy to the touch, indicating ripeness.
- Mash the avocado with a fork, leaving it slightly chunky for the best texture on your toast.
- Spread the avocado evenly over the toast using a fork for edge-to-edge coverage without needing a knife.
Good to know
- How long does it take to make avocado toast?
- This avocado toast recipe comes together in just 5 minutes.
- What can I add to my avocado toast for extra protein?
- You can add a fried egg on top for extra protein.
- How do I prevent my avocado from browning?
- Squeezing lemon juice over the avocado not only enhances flavor but also keeps it from browning.
No life story here — the video and the recipe are the whole point. All credit to Cooking with Coit: watch the original on YouTube.
The recipe
Ingredients
Steps
- 1
Choose a ripe avocado that is slightly squishy and dark in color.
- 2
Cut the avocado in half, remove the seed, and scoop out the flesh with a spoon.
- 3
Mash the avocado with a fork, leaving it slightly chunky.
- 4
Toast a slice of bread until crispy and golden brown.
- 5
Spread the mashed avocado evenly over the toasted bread using a fork.
- 6
Squeeze a little lemon juice over the avocado to enhance flavor and prevent browning.
- 7
Sprinkle a pinch of salt and pepper on top.
- 8
Optionally, add a fried egg on top for extra protein.
- 9
Finish with a pinch of red chili pepper flakes for heat.
Heads up — we had to guess a little:
- The quantity for lemon juice is inferred as a squeeze, which is subjective.
Credit where it’s due: this recipe was transcribed from Cooking with Coit’s original video on YouTube. Follow them there — it’s their dish.
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