Lemon avocado toast is fresh, creamy, and just a little spicy — perfect for mornings when you want something simple but exciting.
Lemon Avocado Toast Ingredients
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1–2 slices whole grain or sourdough bread, toasted
- Juice of ½ lemon
- Salt and black pepper
- Chili oil or red pepper flakes (to taste)
Optional Toppings
- Cherry tomatoes
- Microgreens or arugula
- Sesame seeds
- A drizzle of olive oil
How to Make Lemon Avocado Toast
- In a small bowl, mash the avocado with lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the mixture generously over the toasted bread.
- Drizzle with chili oil or sprinkle with red pepper flakes.
- Add any optional toppings you like and enjoy right away.
Yum’s Notes
The lemon brightens the avocado and keeps it from feeling heavy, while the chili oil adds just enough warmth to wake up your taste buds. If you eat eggs, a soft-boiled or fried egg on top makes this extra satisfying.
Fresh, bold, and cozy all at once — a morning favorite.
— Yum 💛
For more cozy, nourishing mornings, explore Morning Glow.
Curious about the benefits of avocados? Learn more at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health.
https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/food-features/avocados