10-Minute Avocado Toast Egg (Printer-Friendly)

A speedy breakfast featuring creamy avocado and a soft egg over golden toasted bread.

# List of Ingredients:

→ Bread

01 - 2 slices whole-grain bread

→ Produce

02 - 1 ripe avocado
03 - Fresh lemon juice, to taste (optional)
04 - Chopped fresh herbs, for garnish (optional)

→ Protein

05 - 2 large eggs

→ Seasonings

06 - Salt, to taste
07 - Black pepper, to taste
08 - Red pepper flakes, to taste (optional)

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Toast the slices of whole-grain bread until golden brown and crispy.
02 - Bring water to a gentle simmer in a small saucepan. Crack eggs into the water and poach for 3 to 4 minutes until whites are set and yolks remain runny. Remove eggs with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
03 - Cut avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a bowl. Lightly mash with a fork and season with salt, pepper, and fresh lemon juice if using.
04 - Evenly spread mashed avocado onto each slice of toasted bread. Top each with a poached egg.
05 - Sprinkle red pepper flakes and chopped fresh herbs over the top, if desired. Serve immediately.

# Additional Suggestions:

01 - For perfectly runny yolks, avoid simmering the water too vigorously during poaching.