It Is Best With Smoked Salmon Avocado Toast

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A luxurious twist on classic toast featuring creamy avocado, smoky salmon, and a touch of dill for the best breakfast or brunch experience. This mediterranean-inspired breakfast ready in about 13 minutes combines baguette, avocado, smoked salmon 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 1, 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.

★ 4.6 (14 ratings) Prep: 10 min Cook: 3 min Serves 1 Mediterranean cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven broiler on high and place a baking sheet on the middle rack.
  2. Step 2: Cut 1 baguette slice into 1/2-inch thick pieces, brush both sides with 1 tsp extra-virgin olive oil, and toast under the broiler for 2-3 minutes until golden and crisp.
  3. Step 3: Cut 1 medium avocado in half, remove pit, and scoop flesh into a bowl. Add 1 tsp lemon juice and mash with a fork until smooth but still slightly chunky.
  4. Step 4: Spread the mashed avocado evenly over the toasted baguette slice, then top with 3 oz smoked salmon in a single layer.
  5. Step 5: Sprinkle with 1 tbsp fresh dill, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1/2 tsp everything bagel seasoning.
  6. Step 6: Squeeze a small amount of fresh lemon juice over the top and serve immediately while the toast is warm.

Frequently asked questions

How long does It Is Best With Smoked Salmon Avocado Toast take to make?

Total time is about 13 minutes (10 min prep + 3 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 It Is Best With Smoked Salmon Avocado Toast?

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 It Is Best With Smoked Salmon Avocado Toast?

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 It Is Best With Smoked Salmon Avocado Toast for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 1 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 1). 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 It Is Best With Smoked Salmon Avocado Toast?

Mediterranean 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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