Is there anything more satisfying than avocado toast? These 11 variations—crafted by the Rodale Test Kitchen—will tantalise your tastebuds while packing in plenty of nutrients (avocados are a great source of healthy monounsaturated fats). Whether you’re craving something salty or sweet, there’s an option that’ll please every palate.
1. Cucumber-Dill
Top a slice of multigrain grain toast with 1/4 of an avocado, sliced, 1/4 cup cucumber slices and 1 Tbsp fresh chopped dill. Serves 1.
Nutrition information (per serving): 257 calories, 5g protein, 21g carbs, 7g fibre, 4g sugar, 12g fat, 1.5g sat fat, 156mg sodium
2. Elvis
Spread 1/4 of an avocado on top of a slice of multigrain toast, top with 1/4 cup sliced banana and 1 Tbsp crushed peanuts. Serves 1.
Nutrition Information (per serving): 257 calories, 8g protein, 30g carbs, 8g fibre, 7g sugar, 14g fat, 2g sat fat, 154mg sodium
3. Strawberry-Mint
Spread 1/4 of an avocado on top of a slice of multigrain toast, then top with 2 sliced strawberries and a few thinly sliced mint leaves. Serves 1.
Nutrition Information (per serving): 170 calories, 5g protein, 21g carbs, 7g fibre, 3g sugar, 9g fat, 1g sat fat, 154mg sodium
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4. Everything Bagel
Slather a piece of multigrain toast with 2 Tbsp cream cheese, then top with 1/4 cup cubed avocado and sprinkle with 1/2 tsp each poppy seeds and toasted sesame seeds. Serves 1.
Nutrition Information (per serving): 287 calories, 7g protein, 21g carbs, 7g fibre, 3g sugar, 21g fat, 7g sat fat, 247mg sodium
5. Lox & Eggs
Spread 1/4 avocado, mashed, over 1 slice multigrain toast. Top with 1 sliced hard-boiled egg and 28g flaked smoked salmon. Serves 1.
Nutrition Information (per serving): 334 calories kilojoules, 29g protein, 19g carbs, 5g fibre, 3g sugar, 17g fat, 3.5g sat fat, 239mg sodium
6. Nicoise Salad
Spread 1/4 avocado, mashed, over 1 slice multigrain toast. Top with 1/2 a can of drained tuna in water, flaked. Sprinkle with 1 tsp drained capers and the juice from 1/4 lemon. Serves 1.
Nutrition Information (per serving): 223 calories, 18g protein, 19g carbs, 5g fibre, 2g sugar,9 g fat, 1g sat fat, 446mg sodium
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7. Bruschetta
Top 1 slice multigrain toast with 1/4 cup diced tomato, 1 Tbsp diced red onion and 1/4 avocado, diced. Drizzle with 2 tsp balsamic vinegar. Serves 1.
Nutrition Information (per serving): 168 calories, 5g protein, 22g carbs, 6g fibre, 5g sugar, 7g fat, 0.5g sat fat, 158mg sodium
8. Pomegranate-Almond
Spread 1/4 avocado, mashed, over 1 slice multigrain toast. Top with 1 Tbsp sliced toasted almonds and 1 Tbsp pomegranate seeds. Serves 1.
Nutrition Information (per serving): 189 calories, 6g protein, 21g carbs, 6g fibre, 4g sugar, 10g fat, 1g sat fat, 153mg sodium
9. Goat Cheese-Pecan
Spread 1/4 avocado, mashed, over 1 slice multigrain toast. Top with 14g crumbled goat cheese and 1 Tbsp chopped toasted pecans. Serves 1.
Nutrition Information (per serving): 231 calories, 8g protein, 19g carbs, 6g fibre, 3g sugar, 15g fat, 3g sat fat, 205mg sodium
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10. Apple Crisp
Shingle slices from 1/4 red apple and 1/4 avocado over 1 slice multigrain toast. Drizzle with 2 tsp honey and sprinkle with pinch of cinnamon. Serves 1.
Nutrition Information (per serving): 213 calories, 5g protein, 36g carbs, 6g fibre, 18g sugar, 7g fat, 0.5g sat fat, 154mg sodium
11. Breakfast “Sandwich”
Top a slice of multigrain toast with 1/4 of an avocado, sliced. Add a slice of bacon and a fried egg. Drizzle with 1 tsp of sriracha (or more to taste). Serves 1.
Nutrition Information (per serving): 292 calories, 17g protein, 21g carbs, 6g fibre, 4g sugar, 16g fat, 3.5g sat fat, 582mg sodium
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