Ingredients
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Ingredients
the Toast:
- 2 slices of sourdough or whole-grain bread
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- ½ teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
the Poached Egg:
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 4 cups water
the Toppings:
- 4 ounces smoked salmon
- 1 tablespoon capers
- ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- ½ teaspoon everything bagel seasoning (optional)
- Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
Instructions
Step-by-Step
1: Prepare the Avocado Mash
- First, cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a bowl.
- Next, mash the avocado with a fork until it reaches a smooth yet slightly chunky consistency.
- After that, add lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using) to enhance the flavor.
- Finally, drizzle with olive oil and mix everything well. Then, set the mixture aside.
2: Toast the Bread
- Meanwhile, heat a skillet or toaster and toast the bread slices until golden brown and crispy.
- Once toasted, remove the bread and let it cool slightly to maintain its crispiness.
3: Poach the Eggs
- First, fill a medium saucepan with water and bring it to a gentle simmer.
- Then, add the white vinegar, which helps the egg whites stay together.
- Now, crack one egg into a small bowl.
- Carefully swirl the water with a spoon and gently slide the egg into the center.
- Allow the egg to cook for about 3-4 minutes until the whites are set, but the yolk remains runny.
- Once done, remove the egg with a slotted spoon and place it on a paper towel to drain excess water.
- Finally, repeat the process with the second egg.
4: Assemble the Toast
- Start by spreading the mashed avocado evenly on each slice of toast.
- Next, layer the smoked salmon slices over the avocado.
- Then, add thinly sliced red onions and capers to enhance the texture and taste.
- After that, carefully place a poached egg on top of each toast.
- Lastly, sprinkle fresh dill, everything bagel seasoning (if using), and a bit of freshly cracked black pepper.
Notes
Cooking Note
- Freshness is Key: Always use high-quality smoked salmon for the best flavor.
- Egg Perfection: If you are new to poaching eggs, use the freshest eggs possible and strain them in a fine mesh sieve to remove excess liquid.
- Balancing Flavors: The acidity from the lemon juice helps cut through the richness of the avocado and salmon, so do not skip it.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 5
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Sodium: 550mg
- Protein: 18g