Whole Grain Toast with Avocado and Poached Eggs
15min
15min
4
420
Chef's Note
For the perfect poached egg, use the freshest eggs possible and strain them through a fine mesh sieve before poaching to remove the watery whites. This creates a more compact, beautiful egg. If preparing for a group, you can poach the eggs ahead of time, store in ice water, then reheat for 30 seconds in hot water just before serving.
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Ingredients
8 slices whole grain bread
2 large ripe avocados
8 large eggs
2 tablespoons white vinegar
1 cup cherry tomatoes
1 cup microgreens
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 medium lemon
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons fresh chives
Instructions
- 1
Fill a large, deep skillet with about 3 inches of water. Add 2 tablespoons of white vinegar and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
- 2
While the water is heating, slice the cherry tomatoes in half and set aside.
- 3
Cut the avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a medium bowl. Add the juice from half the lemon, 1/2 teaspoon of sea salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper. Mash with a fork until mostly smooth but still slightly chunky.
- 4
Toast 8 slices of whole grain bread until golden brown and crispy.
- 5
When the water is simmering (not boiling), crack each egg into a small cup or ramekin. Create a gentle whirlpool in the water with a spoon, then carefully slide each egg into the water. Poach 2-4 eggs at a time for about 3-4 minutes for a runny yolk.
- 6
Remove the poached eggs with a slotted spoon and place on a paper towel to drain excess water.
- 7
Spread the mashed avocado evenly on each slice of toast.
- 8
Top each toast with a poached egg, halved cherry tomatoes, and a sprinkle of microgreens.
- 9
Drizzle 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil over the toasts, then sprinkle with remaining sea salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and chopped fresh chives.
- 10
Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for additional brightness if desired.
Nutrition Information (per serving)
420
18g
32g
25g
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