Just when you thought you couldn’t see another avocado toast in your Instagram feed, we pop up with an entire post dedicated to it. Yes, there are plenty of toast recipes out there, and some of them venture into savory territory, like Arugula and Mushroom Toast , or Slow Roasted Tomato and Ricotta Toast . Some even walk the line between believable and bizarre. (Hello, the yogurt toast trend once took the internet by storm.) Still, avocado toast is undoubtedly the gold standard. After all, food trends may come and go, but the best avocado toast recipes are forever.
The Best Avocado Toast Recipes That Are Redefining Trends
Avocado toast contains just the right amount of good fats and energy-boosting carbohydrates. Plus, it takes less than five minutes to put together, making it an almost perfect breakfast. As we’ve learned over the past few years, the avocado toast recipe is here to stay. That’s why we took the time to reinvent the combination into something bold in flavor and rich in texture.
Ahead, you’ll find variations on the best avocado toast recipe. Whether you’re looking for an easy breakfast recipe, a weekend brunch recipe, or a delicious midday snack, you’ll find a new favorite or two (or three!) in these 15 avocado toast recipes. You can thank me later.
Avocado Toast with Kale Pesto and Crunchy Greens
Why we love it: As the name suggests, this butter toast has a very crispy texture. The combination of radish (or gherkin!) and fresh herbs offers no shortage of textural contrast. Again, this recipe is avocado toast, an upgrade that was welcomed and appreciated. You can use any herbs you have on hand, but basil, mint, chives, and cilantro are recommended.
Hero ingredients: Kale pesto adds all kinds of nutty, garlicky flavor and even nutrients on avocado toast! It’s easy to prepare and even easier to enjoy.
Tuna Avocado Toast with Roasted Tomato Pesto
Why we love it: Nicoise salad meets avocado toast? Sounds like a dream. Grilled sourdough topped with kale pesto, mashed avocado, crispy cucumbers, garlic roasted tomatoes, oil-infused tuna and a handful of fresh basil creates something truly magical. In addition to all the flavor, this recipe is packed with healthy fats and protein, which will help keep you satisfied longer. This one is on my weekday lunch calendar and I highly encourage you to try it. You won’t regret it.
Hero ingredients: Fresh basil is definitely the most delicious. Give it a gentle pat before spreading it on toast to awaken every aroma.
Sunday Night Avocado Toast with Marmalade Eggs
Why we love it: Walking into a bar with blistered tomatoes, all the seasoning and perfect eggs. Just kidding, but they do make delicious toast! This recipe is an updated version of basic avocado toast. With those juicy tomatoes, you get incredible flavor enhanced by mouth-watering jammy eggs and bagel seasoning. I mean, look at it.
Hero ingredients: Gotta go with that egg. By following the eight-minute method, you’ll have a perfectly set egg with just the right amount of runny yolk. I love so much.
Avocado Toast with Eggs and Friese
Why we love it: If you’re looking for a change, try this recipe with frisée (also known as curly chicory) and a good whole-grain mustard to add some extra flavor. It takes all the familiar avocado toast ingredients and shakes them up with spicy fries and spicy stone-ground mustard. Plus, the classic fried egg on top gives this toast just the right amount of squishy goodness to warm your soul.
Hero ingredients: I like to add mustard. It brings a lot of flavor and even a little kick to the party.
Avocado toast bar
Why we love it: When our favorite toast meets the host, all is right with the world. That’s the case with these DIY Avocado Toast Sticks. Make your next brunch a reality by choosing your favorite ingredients, setting the stage, and letting everyone participate in creating their own creations. Some interesting toppings are watermelon radish, chickpeas, beets, bean sprouts, fresh lemon juice, and red pepper flakes. Only half the fun is creating your own, the other half is learning about your guests’ creations.
Hero ingredients: Since the toppings are customizable, I’m going to take the hero approach. To make things easier, you can prepare all the ingredients ahead of time so that when you’re ready to serve, all that’s left to do is slice the avocado and toast some bread!
Avocado Vasa Breakfast Toast
Why we love it: This avocado biscuit/toast hybrid is so delicious. And it’s incredibly simple. All you have to do is lay out some multigrain crackers of your choice, top with eggs and radishes, and finish each cookie with olive oil, fresh dill, red pepper flakes, and S&P. Once you’ve done this, you’ll have a crunchy and sustainable meal or snack ready to go any time of the day. The best part? It only takes about ten minutes.
Hero ingredients: I like to sprinkle red pepper flakes on my avocado toast. It brings just the right kick to every delicious bite.
Smashed avocado toast
Why we love it: If you think you know an updated avocado toast recipe, think again. This version from New York Two Hands takes things to the next level. Essentially, it’s just like any other avocado toast recipe you know and love, with a base of thick slices of crusty sourdough bread and a smear of avocado puree. But when we get into the ingredients, things get interesting. In addition to perfectly poached eggs, this toast features pickled red onions, pickled or fresh Fresno peppers, salty peppers, and a sprinkling of mixed fresh herbs. This is a combination you don’t want to miss.
Hero ingredients: This recipe uses thinly sliced Fresno peppers instead of red pepper flakes, which gives more heat to the table.
Crispy roasted sweet potatoes with yogurt, herbs and all spices
Why we love it: As promised, here’s the non-toast avocado toast recipe delivered. Not only do sweet potatoes have great nutritional properties, such as high fiber content, immune-boosting, and positive gut benefits, they’re also absolutely delicious. Indeed, I could eat them every day (and sometimes I do!). For this “toast” recipe, they’re toasted until caramelized and then topped with, well, whatever you want! Fresh herbs, Greek yogurt, avocado, and Sriracha sauce make for a winning team.
Hero ingredients: I have to go with the sweet potatoes. The secret is to fry the potatoes in a frying pan after roasting. This way, they’re perfectly caramelized and just charred around the edges, lending a hint of bitterness. Think literally roasting marshmallows.
Spicy Avocado Toast
Why we love it: In the scheme of avocado toast recipes, this is a tried and tested toast. This recipe takes you back to the basics with a simple but lovely combination of toasted bread, avocado, fried egg, red pepper flakes and fresh cilantro. This is a formula that never goes wrong. Just like your favorite sweater or blanket, it’s comfortable and long-lasting.
Hero ingredients: A healthy squeeze of lime on top brings a citrus flavor that complements the creamy avocado.
Sweet Potato and Avocado Toast
Why we love it: We’re back with more sweet potatoes! In this recipe, they’re sliced, baked, and topped with red onions, watermelon radishes, microgreens, cilantro, lime juice, and, of course, avocado. They are cut into the cutest handheld shapes and are so easy to hold and eat. While this would definitely work for breakfast or lunch, those little potato toasties also make a great snack. What is not to love?
Hero ingredients: The warmth that raw red onion brings to these toasts is unparalleled—and a welcome departure from plain avocado toast.
Hummus Avocado Toast with Toasted Hemp Seeds for Birdseed
Why we love it: Hummus in an avocado toast recipe is something you don’t see every day, which is why it’s so great. Delicious garlic hummus with creamy avocado, red onion, peppers, and toasted hemp seeds makes all the difference. Because hummus and avocado have similar textures, hemp seeds bring a delicious texture to toast.
Hero ingredients: Not only do hemp seeds provide a crunchy texture, but they are also packed with nutritional value. One serving (about three tablespoons) contains 8 grams of protein, 9 grams of fiber and plenty of omega-3 fatty acids. Sounds like a win-win.
Avocado Toast with Gorgonzola, Pears, and Toasted Walnuts from How Sweet Eats
Why we love it: When it comes to the hottest avocado toast recipes, this one is definitely at the top. Smashed avocado sets the stage for blue cheese, thinly sliced pears, toasted walnuts and a drizzle of honey, and you’ll want to pour a glass of crisp white wine as you savor every flavor this toast celebrates. These are great as an appetizer, for lunch or dinner, or as a midday snack. No matter how you slice it, don’t miss this.
Hero ingredients: The walnuts are toasted with a hint of cinnamon, giving a warm and complex flavor that complements the salty flavor. Drizzle it with honey and you create something with all kinds of depth.
5 ways to make avocado toast with love and lemons
Why we love it: There’s nothing wrong with putting thinly sliced avocado on a piece of toast. Sometimes, the best avocado recipes are simple at heart. But when you want to change something, these wonderful changes are your go-to. From Banh Mi to Roasted Chickpeas and Harissa and everything in between, these recipes are the motivation you need to get creative in the kitchen.
Hero ingredients: There’s nothing better than salty capers that bring a little brine with every bite.
The best avocado egg salad
Why we love it: I’ve often wondered what the true definition of salad is. I mean, if it could be made up of vegetables, fruit, or even jelly…then I’d happily put avocado in egg salad and call it delicious. Avocado replaces mayonnaise as the base – mayonnaise can become sticky and overpower the flavor of the eggs. It’s a genius and undeniably delicious take on the classic avocado and egg combo.
Hero ingredients: Fresh herbs are essential to giving this salad its full flavor. Add dill vigorously—you’ll love its bright, herbaceous flavor.
Grilled Corn and Feta Egg Avocado Toast
Why we love it: As promised, this is one of the more advanced avocado toast recipes on the list. There are many interesting flavors to choose from. Mash the avocado and season it perfectly with a squeeze of lemon juice and salt. The toast is topped with charred corn, which gives it a delicious caramel-like bite. Then finish it off with nectarines, feta cheese, red pepper flakes, and freshly torn basil. Heaven.
Hero ingredients: There are many contenders for the star ingredient in this recipe, but the egg sliced into the center of the bread gives the entire toast the perfect jammy, tangy flavor.
