Poached Avocado Toast

Category: Healthy BREAKFAST | Calories: 320kcal | Protein: 12g

The quintessential 2026 Pinterest breakfast icon. Crispy toasted artisan bread topped with neatly shingled avocado slices, a perfectly soft poached egg with a runny yolk, and a sprinkle of chili flakes.

Ingredients for Poached Avocado Toast

• 1 large egg
• 1/2 ripe avocado, thinly sliced
• 1 thick slice of sourdough bread
• 1 tablespoon white vinegar (for poaching)
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper
• Fresh microgreens or herbs for garnish

Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions

1. Toast the sourdough bread slice until it is extra crispy and sturdy.
2. Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and carefully slice it into thin, even strips using a sharp knife.
3. Fan out the avocado slices and place them neatly across the toasted bread.
4. Bring a small pot of water to a gentle simmer and add a tablespoon of white vinegar.
5. Crack the egg into a small ramekin. Whirl the simmering water to create a vortex, then gently slide the egg into the center.
6. Poach the egg for exactly 3 minutes until the whites are fully opaque but the yolk remains soft and runny.
7. Carefully remove the poached egg with a slotted spoon, drain any excess water, and place it gently on top of the avocado bed.
8. Season with salt, freshly ground black pepper, red pepper flakes, and garnish with fresh microgreens. Serve immediately.

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