Avocado Toast with Poached Egg & Microgreens – A Bright & Healthy Start 🥑🍳
Start your day on a vibrant note with this Avocado Toast topped with a silky poached egg and a sprinkle of fresh microgreens. It’s rich in healthy fats, full of flavor, and makes a perfect breakfast or light lunch.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe 💚
- ✅ Nutritious & delicious: Loaded with good fats, protein, and fiber.
- ✅ Simple & quick: Ready in under 15 minutes!
- ✅ Customizable: Add your favorite toppings like feta, chili flakes, or tomato.
🥑 Ingredients
- 2 slices whole grain or sourdough bread, toasted
- 1 ripe avocado
- 2 fresh eggs
- 1 tsp vinegar (for poaching)
- Salt and freshly cracked pepper, to taste
- Chili flakes or red pepper flakes (optional)
- Microgreens or baby arugula, for topping
- Optional: lemon juice, olive oil drizzle
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
- Prep the avocado: Mash the avocado in a bowl with a pinch of salt, pepper, and a squeeze of lemon juice (optional).
- Poach the eggs: Bring a saucepan of water to a gentle simmer. Add vinegar. Crack each egg into a small bowl and gently slide it into the water. Poach for 3–4 minutes, until whites are set but yolks are runny.
- Toast the bread: Toast your slices until golden and crispy.
- Assemble: Spread mashed avocado on toast. Top with poached eggs. Add chili flakes, microgreens, and a drizzle of olive oil if desired.
- Serve immediately: Best enjoyed warm with your favorite morning beverage!
💡 Pro Tips & Variations
- ✨ Use fresh eggs: They hold together better during poaching.
- ✨ Try different breads: Multigrain, rye, or gluten-free options all work well.
- ✨ Upgrade the flavor: Add za’atar, everything bagel seasoning, or goat cheese.
🌿 Nutritional Benefits
Avocados are rich in heart-healthy monounsaturated fats and potassium, while eggs provide high-quality protein and essential B vitamins. This toast is a balanced powerhouse of energy to start your day.
🥡 Make-Ahead & Storage Tips
- 🧊 Make-ahead: Mash avocado ahead with lemon juice to prevent browning and refrigerate for up to 1 day.
- ♨️ Reheat tip: Toast bread and poach eggs fresh for best texture; reheating is not recommended.
❓ FAQ
- Can I use fried or boiled eggs instead?
Absolutely! Any style of egg will work—choose what you enjoy most. - Is there a vegan version?
Yes! Skip the egg and add tofu scramble or a chickpea mash instead. - What if I don’t have microgreens?
Use baby arugula, spinach, or omit entirely—it’ll still be delicious.
A Beautiful Start to the Day 🌞🥑
This Avocado Toast with Poached Egg & Microgreens is a nutritious, tasty way to kickstart your morning. Feel free to get creative with toppings and make it your own!
