Reviewed and updated 20 October 2026.
Avocado toast works well as a quick breakfast because the ingredients are easy to adjust. Start with bread you enjoy, add ripe avocado and tomato, then decide whether you want an additional protein source.
Ingredients for one serving
- 1 or 2 slices of whole-grain bread
- Half a ripe avocado, adjusted to appetite
- A small tomato or a handful of cherry tomatoes
- A squeeze of lemon juice
- Black pepper and chopped herbs, optional
There is no need to use a whole avocado for every serving. The appropriate portion depends on your appetite, the bread size and what else you are eating.
Prepare and assemble
Toast the bread until it can support the topping. Wash the avocado before cutting, remove the flesh carefully and mash it with lemon juice. Spread it over the toast and add sliced tomato. Finish with pepper or herbs.
For texture, leave some avocado pieces intact. For easier eating, halve cherry tomatoes and distribute the topping evenly. Assemble shortly before serving so the bread stays crisp.
Three useful variations
- Add cooked chickpeas for a plant-based topping with more substance.
- Add a fully cooked egg if you eat eggs and want a different breakfast combination.
- Add cucumber and herbs for crunch, adjusting the amount so the toast does not become overloaded.
Check packaged toppings and bread for ingredients relevant to your needs, including allergens and sodium. Gluten-free bread is an alternative for people who require it; whole-grain labels do not imply gluten-free.
Keep the health claims in proportion
Avocado, vegetables and whole grains can form part of a heart-healthy dietary pattern. They do not make this meal a treatment or guarantee a change in cholesterol, blood pressure, body weight or skin appearance. Your overall eating pattern matters more than one fashionable breakfast.
If you need to manage a medical condition or a prescribed diet, ask a qualified clinician or dietitian how the ingredients fit your plan.
Source: American Heart Association dietary recommendations. Photos are serving inspiration and may show different toppings.
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