Mediterranean Diet Classic Avocado on Toast
Elevate your breakfast or snack game with this Mediterranean Diet Classic Avocado on Toast—a vibrant, nutritious twist on a timeless favorite. Crafted with wholesome whole grain bread as the base, this recipe features creamy, ripe avocado mashed with a drizzle of heart-healthy extra virgin olive oil and a zesty squeeze of fresh lemon juice. A medley of juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber slices, and tangy feta cheese adds layers of flavor and texture, while fresh basil leaves provide an herbaceous finishing touch. Ready in just 15 minutes, this Mediterranean-inspired toast is perfect for a quick, healthy, and delicious meal that’s packed with nutrients. Add this harmonious blend of healthy fats, fresh veggies, and bright flavors to your repertoire for a satisfying, diet-friendly option.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 slices whole grain bread
- 1 medium ripe avocado
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 small lemon
- 4 pieces cherry tomatoes
- 1 piece small cucumber
- 2 tablespoons feta cheese
- 4 leaves fresh basil leaves
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Toast the slices of whole grain bread to your preferred level of crispness.
While the bread is toasting, cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the avocado flesh into a bowl.
Mash the avocado with a fork until it reaches your desired consistency. It can be completely smooth or slightly chunky.
Add the extra virgin olive oil to the mashed avocado and mix well to combine.
Cut the lemon in half and squeeze the juice of one half into the avocado mixture. Reserve the other half for another use.
Season the avocado with salt and black pepper, mixing thoroughly.
Slice the cherry tomatoes into halves and the cucumber into thin rounds.
Spread an even layer of the seasoned avocado mixture on each slice of toasted bread.
Top each slice of toast with halved cherry tomatoes and cucumber rounds.
Crumble the feta cheese over the vegetables.
Garnish with fresh basil leaves on top of each toast.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Mediterranean Diet Classic Avocado on Toast!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
618 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.1 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.3 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 17 mg | 6% | |
| Sodium | 1056 mg | 46% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 51.6 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.5 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.0 g | ||
| Protein | 15.8 g | 32% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 217 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 1273 mg | 27% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
