SUMMER’S BEST AVOCADO TOAST

Category: Easy And Quick Recipes

The fresh flavors of tomato and cucumber perfectly marry with creamy avocado and the earthy goodness of whole grain toast. For more butter-free toast topping ideas, check out Beyond Butter: 8 Healthy Ways to Top Your Morning Toast.

ingredients

  • 6 slices whole grain bread, toasted
  • 1 Hass avocado, halved, seeded, peeled, and cut into 6 wedges
  • 2 medium ripe tomatoes, thinly sliced
  • 1½ cups thinly sliced cucumber
  • 1 to 2 cups baby romaine lettuce or spinach
  • ½ to ⅔ cup fresh alfalfa sprouts (optional)
  • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
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Direction

  • Spread each toasted bread slice with an avocado wedge. Top with tomato, cucumber, lettuce, and, if desired, alfalfa sprouts.
  • Sprinkle with salt and pepper and drizzle with lemon juice. Serve immediately.