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
What you'll need
- 2bread slices, toasted
- 1ripe avocado
- 1 teaspoonlemon juice
- 2eggs
- 1 teaspoonolive oil or butter
- to taste salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes
Let's cook
- 1Mash the avocado with lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- 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.
- 3Spread the mashed avocado over the toasted bread slices.
- 4Top each slice with a fried egg and a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- 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
Frequently asked questions
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.



