Pesto Avocado Toast

Pesto Avocado Toast is a vibrant and nutritious brunch option that combines creamy avocado with aromatic basil pesto atop crispy whole-grain bread. This dish is not only delicious but also packed with healthy fats and fiber, making it a perfect start to your day.

Pesto Avocado Toast
15 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
American
380 kcal

Ingredients

  • Whole-grain bread - 4 slices
  • Ripe avocado - 1 medium
  • Basil pesto - 4 tablespoons
  • Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved
  • Feta cheese - 50 grams, crumbled
  • Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
  • Salt - to taste
  • Black pepper - to taste
  • Fresh basil leaves - for garnish

Steps

  1. Toast the whole-grain bread slices in a toaster or on a skillet until golden brown and crispy.
  2. In a bowl, mash the ripe avocado with a fork until smooth, adding a pinch of salt and black pepper to taste.
  3. Spread 2 tablespoons of basil pesto evenly over each slice of toasted bread.
  4. Top the pesto-covered toast with the mashed avocado, spreading it evenly.
  5. Arrange the halved cherry tomatoes on top of the avocado layer.
  6. Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the tomatoes and drizzle with olive oil.
  7. Garnish with fresh basil leaves and an additional sprinkle of salt and pepper if desired.
  8. Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful and healthy brunch dish!

Nutrition

  • Calories: 380
  • Protein: 10 g
  • Carbs: 32 g
  • Fiber: 9 g
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 400 mg
  • Cholesterol: 15 mg
  • Total Fat: 25 g
  • Saturated Fat: 6 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
  • Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in healthy fats from avocado, which can support heart health.
  • High in fiber, promoting digestive health and satiety.

Tags

AmericanHealthyBrunch