Avocado Toast with Roasted Tomatoes and Microgreens
15min
30min
3
420
Chef's Note
For the best flavor, look for heirloom cherry tomatoes in various colors. The roasted tomatoes can be made a day ahead and reheated briefly before serving. If you're sensitive to garlic, try roasting it with the tomatoes instead of using it raw for a mellower flavor.
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Ingredients
1 pint cherry tomatoes
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon maple syrup
3 sprigs fresh thyme
2 cloves garlic
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
6 slices sourdough bread
3 medium ripe avocados
1 medium lemon
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 cups microgreens
2 tablespoons hemp seeds
1 teaspoon flaky sea salt
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2
Halve the cherry tomatoes and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 3
In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 tablespoon of balsamic vinegar, and 1 teaspoon of maple syrup.
- 4
Mince 2 cloves of garlic and strip the leaves from 3 sprigs of thyme. Add to the oil mixture.
- 5
Pour the mixture over the tomatoes, sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper, then toss to coat evenly.
- 6
Arrange the tomatoes cut-side up and roast for 25-30 minutes until they're caramelized and slightly shriveled.
- 7
While the tomatoes are roasting, halve and pit the 3 avocados. Scoop the flesh into a bowl.
- 8
Zest half the lemon and then juice the whole lemon. Add the zest and 2 tablespoons of juice to the avocados.
- 9
Add 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes to the avocados.
- 10
Mash the avocado mixture with a fork until you reach your desired consistency - chunky or smooth.
- 11
Toast the 6 slices of sourdough bread until golden brown and crispy.
- 12
Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the toasted bread.
- 13
Divide the avocado mixture evenly among the toast slices, spreading it in an even layer.
- 14
Top each toast with roasted tomatoes.
- 15
Garnish with microgreens, a sprinkle of hemp seeds, and a pinch of flaky sea salt on each toast.
- 16
Serve immediately while the toast is still warm and the tomatoes are hot.
Nutrition Information (per serving)
420
10g
38g
28g
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