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Mediterranean Inspired Avocado Toast with Cheese
Equipment
- 1 Measuring spoons
- 1 Cutting board
- 1 Sharp knife
- 1 Baking sheet (if using an oven)
- 1 Fork
- 1 Spoon
- 1 Small bowl
- 1 Toaster or toaster oven
- 1 Mixing bowl (optional, if you want to mix the avocado mixture and toppings beforehand)
Ingredients
- 2 slices Bread sourdough, rye, or whole wheat
- 1 no. Avocado Ripe
- 2 oz Cheese Feta, Goat or other soft cheese
- 1 no. Tomatoes sliced
- ¼ no. Onion sliced
- 1 tbsp Lemon Zest
- ¼ tbsp Salt and Pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
- few pieces Fresh Basil Leaves (Garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F or use a toaster oven on toast setting.
- Slice the bread and place it on a baking sheet.
- Bake the bread for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown. If using a toaster oven, toast the bread for 2-3 minutes until it is lightly browned.
- While the bread is toasting, cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop out the flesh into a bowl.
- Use a fork to mash the avocado until it is smooth but still has some texture.
- Add lemon zest, salt, and pepper to the mashed avocado mixture and stir it all together.
- Once the bread is toasted, spread the mashed avocado mixture evenly over the slices of bread.
- Top each slice of bread and avocado mixture with sliced tomatoes, crumbled cheese, and sliced red onions.
- Drizzle olive oil over each slice, sprinkle with more salt and pepper, and garnish with fresh basil leaves.
- Enjoy your delicious Mediterranean-inspired avocado toast with cheese as a breakfast, brunch, snack, or light meal.
Notes
Nutrition
This Mediterranean-inspired avocado toast with cheese recipe is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a snack. It’s quick, easy, and healthy, with ripe avocado, tangy feta cheese, juicy tomatoes, and aromatic basil leaves on top of crunchy toasted bread.
Ingredients and Utensils Needed
Craving Mediterranean Avocado Toast with Cheese? Super simple, flavorful breakfast or snack! Just need basic pantry ingredients like bread, avocado, dill, and lemon juice. Plus some utensils like a cutting board, knife, bowl, and plate. Ready for the ingredients and utensils list? Here it is!
Avocado and Bread Selection
Avo-toast – it’s quick, easy and super yummy! For the perfect version, select the right bread and ingredients.
You’ll need:
- sourdough, rye or whole wheat bread (toasted for crunch)
- ripe avo
- feta, goat cheese or other soft cheese for creaminess
- fresh tomatoes for juiciness and flavour
- red onion for pungent sweetness
- a sprinkle of lemon zest for brightness
Utensils:
- cutting board and sharp knife for slicing
- fork for mashing
- spoon for spreading
Pro-tip: top your toast with a fried or poached egg for extra deliciousness!
Cheese Options for Mediterranean Flavor
Feta and halloumi bring a Mediterranean flair to your avocado toast, making it tastier and healthier. Here’s what you’ll need:
- Toast bread
- A ripe avocado
- Lemon juice
- Salt and pepper
- Cherry tomatoes
- Feta or halloumi cheese
To make the toast:
- Mash the avocado and season it with salt, pepper and lemon juice.
- Spread it on the toast.
- Place halved cherry tomatoes on top.
- Sprinkle feta or add halloumi slices.
Pro tip: To fry halloumi, heat a non-stick pan on high. Cook the slices until golden on each side.
Other Ingredients
To make Mediterranean-inspired avocado toast with cheese a success, you need a few key ingredients and utensils.
For the ingredients, you’ll need:
- ripe avocados, mashed with a fork
- Sourdough bread, lightly toasted
- Crumbled feta cheese
- Thinly sliced cucumbers
- Diced tomatoes
- Kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
- Extra-virgin olive oil
- Lemon juice
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
For the utensils, get:
- a mixing bowl,
- fork,
- knife,
- spoon, and
- cutting board.
Combine these ingredients with the utensils and you’ll have a delicious, satisfying meal that will energize and satisfy your family!
Preparation Steps
Avo-toast? Yes, please! This Mediterranean-inspired version of avocado toast with cheese is bursting with flavor. Perfect for a light lunch or snack. You’ll need ripe avos, feta, tomatoes, garlic, olive oil and herbs. Here’s how to make it:
Mmmm-yum!
Toasting the Bread
Toast that bread! It’s crucial for a yummy Mediterranean-style avocado toast with cheese. Here’s how:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F or a toaster oven on toast setting.
- Slice the fresh bread into 1/2 inch pieces.
- Place the slices on a baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown.
- If using a toaster oven, place in the toaster and toast for 2-3 minutes, just until lightly browned.
- Take them out of the oven/toaster and let cool.
- Spread mashed avocado over each slice. Sprinkle with crumbled feta and any other desired toppings.
Toasting the bread adds crunch and texture. Plus, it stops the bread from getting soggy!
Mashing the Avocado
Start mashing the avocado for yummy Mediterranean-style toast with cheese.
Instructions:
- Pick avocados that give a bit when you press gently. Cut lengthwise and twist apart the two halves.
- Use a spoon to get the avocado flesh out of the skin and put it in a bowl.
- Use a fork to mash the avocado until it’s the texture you want.
- Add salt, black pepper and a squeeze of lime juice to the mashed avocado.
- Toast a slice of bread, then spread the mashed avocado on top.
- Sprinkle feta cheese and cherry tomatoes on the toast.
- Drizzle olive oil and garnish with fresh basil leaves.
Voila! Delicious Mediterranean-style avocado toast with cheese is ready!
Adding Cheese for Mediterranean Flavor
Avocado toast is a trendy and nutritious breakfast. It can have a Mediterranean twist! Here’s how to make it:
- Toast a slice of bread until golden.
- Cut an avocado in half and scoop out the flesh. Mash it with a fork.
- Spread the mashed avocado onto the toast.
- Add crumbled feta cheese.
- Sprinkle a pinch of za’atar seasoning.
- Drizzle some olive oil.
- Optional: top with sliced cherry tomatoes or a poached egg for extra flavor and protein.
Enjoy your tasty and healthy breakfast that captures the flavors of the Mediterranean!
Pro Tip: Goat cheese or halloumi are delicious with avocado toast too!
Variations to Recipe
Munch on Avocado Toast! It’s yummy, quick and simple to create. What do you need? Toast plus mashed avocado, cheese, lemon juice and herbs! Basic recipe is great, but why not take it to the next level? Here be some variations to try out!
Adding Veggies or Meat
Want to boost the nutrition and flavor of your Mediterranean-Inspired Avocado Toast with Cheese? Try adding some veggies and meats! Here are a few ideas:
- Roast cherry tomatoes for sweetness and color.
- Sauté mushrooms for a meaty, umami taste.
- Top with grilled chicken or shrimp for protein.
- Toss on arugula or spinach for a crunchy bite.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze or sprinkle with red pepper flakes for bold flavor.
Different Types of Cheese for Variation
Cheese is a great way to add flavor, texture, and color to your avocado toast. Here are some of the best cheeses to try:
- Feta – Creamy and tangy, perfect with avocado, olive oil, and lemon juice. Crumble it or layer it.
- Goat – Tangy and crumbly, mix with honey or balsamic glaze for a sweet & savory combo.
- Mozzarella – Mild and stretchy, melt it on top or layer with tomatoes and basil for a Caprese twist.
- Blue – Pungent and bold, crumble it over bacon, tomatoes and lettuce for a classic wedge salad-inspired toast.
Experimenting with different cheeses is a great way to make your avocado toast more delicious and exciting!
Substituting Bread with Other Options
Bread is a common ingredient, but sometimes it’s best to look for a replacement. This is especially true for those with gluten intolerance or who want to cut down their carbs. Here are some alternatives for your Mediterranean-inspired avocado toast with cheese:
- Cauliflower toast: Slice thin, toast in the oven and use as a base for your toast. Low in calories and high in fiber and nutrients.
- Sweet potato toast: Slice thin, toast in a toaster or oven and use as a base for your toast. Gluten-free and packed with fiber, vitamins and minerals.
- Portobello mushroom caps: Grill or roast, use as a base for your toast. Low-carb, rich in umami flavor and a meaty texture.
- Bell pepper boats: Cut in half, remove seeds and membranes. Fill with avocado, cheese and other toppings, bake in the oven. Low in calories and high in vitamin C and antioxidants.
Nutritional Benefits
Taste buds rejoice! Mediterranean Inspired Avocado Toast with Cheese has arrived! This dish is brimming with nutrients. It’s full of healthy fats, protein, fibers and vitamins. Eating this dish is a real benefit for your body and mind. Plus, it helps you keep a balanced, healthy diet! Let’s dive into the nutritional benefits of this delicious toast.
Health Benefits of Avocado
Avocado is a nutrient-rich and healthy fat-filled fruit with many health advantages! Vitamin K, Folate, Vitamin C, Potassium, Vitamin B5, B6, and Vitamin E are some of these. It also contains monounsaturated fats, which can help lower bad cholesterol and reduce heart disease risk. Moreover, its high fiber content aids digestion and supports regular bowel movement. Plus, it provides antioxidants to safeguard skin from free radical damage and enhance skin health.
Why not try it on toast with cheese, making a Mediterranean-style breakfast or brunch? For extra flavor, sprinkle some lemon juice, salt, and pepper on top!
Nutritional Value of Cheese and Bread
Avocado toast with cheese, inspired by the Mediterranean, offers a nutritious boost. Cheese is an excellent source of protein, calcium, phosphorus and vitamin B12. These nutrients are essential for healthy bones and teeth, muscle function, and red blood cell production.
Bread gives complex carbs and fiber for energy and digestion. Whole-grain bread is loaded with nutrients like iron, magnesium, and zinc.
Cheese and bread combined make a balanced meal. And, if you add avocado, you get even more healthy fats, potassium, and fiber. This Mediterranean-inspired avocado toast makes a healthy and yummy breakfast, lunch or snack.
Benefits of Mediterranean Ingredients
Avocados, cheese, and whole-grain bread are all Mediterranean ingredients. They have many health benefits! Try making Mediterranean-style avocado toast with cheese.
Avocado has healthy monounsaturated fats that can help lower bad cholesterol and reduce inflammation. It is also a good source of fiber, potassium, and vitamins C, K, and B6.
Cheese, in moderation, can provide calcium, protein, vitamin B12, and phosphorus – all important for nerve function and energy production.
Whole-grain bread is better than white bread as it has more fiber and nutrients. These include iron, magnesium, and vitamins B and E.
Combine these ingredients for a filling and nutritious meal. This supports health and wellbeing.
Serving Suggestions
Delicious and easy-to-make avocado toast with cheese in a Mediterranean style! Great for breakfast, lunch, snack, or even an appetizer. Serve with fresh fruit, a slice of bread, plus herbs and spices.
Let’s check out the best ways to enjoy this yummy toast!
As a Breakfast Option
Avocado toast is now a go-to breakfast for people wanting something both healthy and delicious. This Mediterranean-style avocado toast with cheese is a fun alternative to the classic.
Here’s how:
- Toast two slices of bread until crunchy.
- Mash half an avocado onto each slice.
- Sprinkle feta cheese over the top.
- Drizzle honey over the feta and avocado.
- Finish with sliced cherry tomatoes, salt, and pepper.
Not only does this dish have amazing flavor, it’s also packed with good fats, protein, and nutrients. Start your day off right with this yummy breakfast!
As a Snack or Appetizer
Make a tasty, healthy snack or appetizer with Mediterranean-inspired avocado toast and cheese! Here’s what you need:
- 1 ripe avocado
- 2 slices of whole-grain bread
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 small tomato
- 1 small cucumber
- salt
- black pepper
- extra-virgin olive oil
Toast the bread slices until they’re crisp. Cut the ripe avocado in half and remove the pit. Mash the flesh in a bowl with a fork. Spread the mashed avocado on each toast slice and season with salt and black pepper. Top with tomato and cucumber slices. Sprinkle feta cheese all over and drizzle with olive oil.
This avocado toast is high in protein, fiber, and healthy fats. It’s also easy to make and adaptable to dietary requirements. Pro tip: Add a sprinkle of Za’atar or Sumac for a Middle Eastern flavor punch!
As a Part of Lunch or Dinner
Try this Mediterranean-inspired avocado toast with cheese! It’s a versatile and yummy dish for lunch or dinner. Here’s what you need:
- 1 ripe avocado
- 2 slices of whole-grain bread
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped cherry tomatoes
- 2 tbsp chopped kalamata olives
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Toast the bread to your desired crispness.
- Cut open the avocado and scoop out the flesh.
- Mash the avocado with lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the mashed avocado over the toasted bread.
- Top with feta cheese, chopped tomatoes, olives, and parsley.
- Serve it up with lunch or dinner.
Pro Tip: You can modify this dish to fit any dietary restrictions or preferences. Go vegan-friendly by swapping feta cheese with a vegan cheese substitute. Or, add grilled chicken or shrimp for a protein boost.
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