Best-Choice Avocado Toast with Smoked Salmon

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An elevated avocado toast where you select your perfect topping for a customizable, gourmet breakfast or brunch. This american-inspired breakfast ready in about 20 minutes combines sourdough bread, avocado, lemon juice into a breakfast that fuels the morning without the midday crash — make-ahead-friendly and balanced enough to anchor the first meal of the day. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 2, so it sits comfortably in a weekly breakfast rotation alongside fruit, yogurt, or coffee. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

★ 4.5 (10 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 5 min Serves 2 American cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Toast 2 slices of sourdough bread until golden and crisp in a toaster or under a broiler for 2-3 minutes per side. While toasting, scoop 1 medium avocado into a bowl, add 1 tbsp lemon juice, and mash with a fork until smooth but slightly chunky.
  2. Step 2: Spread the mashed avocado evenly over both slices of toast. Drizzle 1 tbsp olive oil over the avocado, then sprinkle with 1/2 tsp everything bagel seasoning.
  3. Step 3: Place 3 oz smoked salmon on top of one slice and 1 tsp capers and 1 tbsp fresh dill on the other slice to create your 'best' topping choice. Serve immediately while the toast is still warm.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Best-Choice Avocado Toast with Smoked Salmon take to make?

Total time is about 20 minutes (15 min prep + 5 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a busy morning; prep components the night before to save active time.

How do I store leftover Best-Choice Avocado Toast with Smoked Salmon?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven; egg- or grain-based items may need a splash of milk or water to refresh texture. Cold-served items (overnight oats, smoothies) keep 2–3 days in the fridge.

Can I substitute ingredients in Best-Choice Avocado Toast with Smoked Salmon?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Best-Choice Avocado Toast with Smoked Salmon for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Best-Choice Avocado Toast with Smoked Salmon?

American breakfast like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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