Avocado Toast with Poached Egg and Cherry Tomatoes
Simple, fresh, and irresistibly delicious, this Avocado Toast with Poached Egg and Cherry Tomatoes is the perfect way to start your day! Creamy mashed avocado is spread over crispy toasted bread, topped with a perfectly poached egg and juicy cherry tomatoes for a burst of flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
For the Toast:
- 2 slices of good-quality bread (sourdough, rye, or whole grain)
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- Salt u0026 pepper, to taste
For the Poached Egg:
- 2 large fresh eggs
- 1 tsp vinegar (optional, helps with poaching)
- Water for poaching
For the Cherry Tomato Topping:
- 6–8 cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 tsp olive oil
- A pinch of salt
Optional Garnishes:
- Red pepper flakes
- Fresh herbs (parsley, chives, or basil)
- Feta cheese crumbles
Instructions
- Toast the Bread Lightly toast the bread slices until golden and crisp. Prepare the Avocado
- Scoop out the avocado flesh into a small bowl.Add lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mash with a fork until creamy but slightly chunky.Cook the Cherry Tomatoes Heat olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add halved cherry tomatoes and sauté for 2–3 minutes until slightly softened. Season with a pinch of salt.Poach the EggsFill a medium saucepan with about 3 inches of water and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in vinegar if using. Crack each egg into a small cup.swirl the water gently, then carefully slide in the eggs one at a time.Cook for 3–4 minutes until whites are set but yolks are still soft. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.Assemble the Toast Spread mashed avocado evenly over the toasted bread.Top each slice with a poached egg. Spoon cherry tomatoes over and around the egg. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes, herbs, or feta if desired.
- Serve Immediately Enjoy while warm so the yolk runs perfectly into the avocado and toast.