Caprese Avocado Toast Recipe
A vibrant toast topped with smashed avocado, juicy tomatoes, fresh basil, and a drizzle of balsamic—simple, bold, and plant-based.
Ingredients
- Bread slices – 2 whole grain or sourdough
- Ripe avocado – 1 medium
- Cherry tomatoes – ½ cup halved
- Fresh basil leaves – 4–6
- Balsamic glaze – 1 tsp
- Olive oil – 1 tsp
- Salt – ¼ tsp
- Black pepper – ⅛ tsp
Instructions
- Toast bread slices until golden and crisp.
- Mash avocado with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Spread avocado evenly on toasted bread.
- Arrange cherry tomato halves on top.
- Add fresh basil leaves.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
Nutritional Values (per serving)
- Calories: 230
- Total Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Carbohydrates: 21 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 5 g
Vitamins & Minerals (per serving)
- Vitamin C: 28%
- Vitamin A: 18%
- Folate: 15%
- Iron: 8%
- Potassium: 12%
Additional Tips
- Use heirloom tomatoes for color and flavor.
- Sprinkle red pepper flakes for a kick.
- Try sourdough for a tangy base.