Save A festive, customizable avocado toast bar perfect for holiday brunches, gatherings, or quick, cheerful breakfasts. Guests can top toasted bread with creamy avocado and a variety of delicious seasonal toppings.
This avocado toast bar was a hit at our holiday brunch, bringing everyone together to create their own flavorful combinations.
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Ingredients
- Bread: 12 slices artisan bread (sourdough, multigrain, or gluten-free), toasted
- Avocado: 4 ripe avocados, halved and pitted, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon or lime juice, 0.5 teaspoon sea salt, 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Savory Toppings: 6 poached or soft-boiled eggs (optional), 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved, 0.5 cup feta cheese, crumbled (or vegan feta), 1 cup cucumber, thinly sliced, 0.5 cup radishes, thinly sliced, 0.25 cup red onion, thinly sliced, 0.5 cup smoked salmon (optional), 0.25 cup microgreens or arugula
- Festive & Sweet Toppings: 0.5 cup pomegranate seeds, 0.25 cup toasted pumpkin seeds or pepitas, 2 tablespoons dried cranberries, chopped, 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- Seasonings & Condiments: 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, 1 tablespoon everything bagel seasoning, flaky sea salt to taste, freshly cracked black pepper to taste
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Instructions
- Toast the bread slices:
- Toast the bread slices until golden and crisp. Arrange on a serving platter.
- Prepare avocado:
- In a medium bowl, scoop out the avocado flesh and mash with lemon or lime juice, salt, and pepper until mostly smooth but still a bit chunky.
- Set up the bar:
- Place the mashed avocado in a bowl with a spoon, and arrange all toppings in small bowls or on platters.
- Serve:
- Invite guests to spread avocado on their toast and top with their choice of savory, sweet, and festive toppings.
- Finish:
- Drizzle with olive oil and finish with desired seasonings.
Save Gathering around the avocado toast bar made our family brunch lively and interactive, with everyone sharing favorite combinations.
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Required Tools
Toaster or oven, cutting board and knife, small bowls or platters for toppings, serving utensils, spoon for mashing avocado
Allergen Information
Contains Wheat (unless using gluten-free bread), Eggs (if using), Dairy (if using cheese), Fish (if using smoked salmon), Tree nuts (if adding nuts). Check bread and topping labels for hidden allergens.
Nutritional Information
Per serving (basic with avocado and bread, without optional toppings): Calories 270, Total Fat 13 g, Carbohydrates 32 g, Protein 7 g
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This holiday avocado toast bar brings festive joy and delicious flavors together in one easy dish.
Recipe Q&A
- → What bread works best for the avocado toast bar?
Artisan breads like sourdough, multigrain, or gluten-free varieties toasted until crisp offer the best base texture and flavor.
- → How can I keep the avocado from browning?
Mix fresh lemon or lime juice into the mashed avocado to help maintain its fresh green color and enhance flavor.
- → What are some popular savory toppings to include?
Options like poached eggs, smoked salmon, feta, cucumber, radishes, and microgreens add a variety of textures and tastes.
- → Can this be adapted for vegan or gluten-free diets?
Yes, simply substitute vegan cheese, omit eggs and smoked salmon, and select gluten-free bread for customized dietary needs.
- → What sweet toppings complement the avocado toast?
Pomegranate seeds, dried cranberries, honey, and toasted pumpkin seeds add delightful bursts of sweetness and crunch.
