Quick Avocado Toast with Egg on a plate

Breakfast · Easy

Quick Avocado Toast with Egg

This quick avocado toast topped with a fried egg is a fast, satisfying breakfast ready in about 10 minutes with simple pantry ingredients.

5Prep min
5Cook min
10Total min
  • 2bread slices, toasted
  • 1ripe avocado
  • 1 teaspoonlemon juice
  • 2eggs
  • 1 teaspoonolive oil or butter
  • to taste salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes
  1. 1Mash the avocado with lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  2. 2Heat oil or butter in a small skillet over medium heat and fry the eggs to your preference, about 3-4 minutes for a runny yolk.
  3. 3Spread the mashed avocado over the toasted bread slices.
  4. 4Top each slice with a fried egg and a pinch of red pepper flakes.
  5. 5Serve immediately.

Make it yours

  • Add crumbled feta or cotija cheese on top.
  • Use everything bagel seasoning instead of salt and pepper.
  • Add sliced tomato or microgreens.

Good with

  • Fresh fruit on the side
  • A cup of coffee or tea
  • A light green smoothie

Good questions, answered.

How do I keep the avocado from browning?

The lemon juice helps slow browning; make it right before serving for the best color.

Can I use poached eggs instead?

Yes, poached or scrambled eggs both work well on top of the toast.