Recipe
Lime Avocado Toast with Smoked Paprika
Sourdough toast layered with sliced avocado, lime, smoked paprika and a little olive oil. Toasting the bread first and seasoning the avocado on the plate gives a quick breakfast with crisp edges and a fresh finish.
- Prep
- 7 minutes
- Cook
- 3 minutes
- Total
- 10 minutes
- Servings
- 2
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Cuisine
- Everyday cooking
Ingredients
Step-by-Step Instructions
- 1
Toast the bread until golden and crisp. Put each slice on a plate rather than stacking them, so steam does not soften the crust.
- 2
Halve the avocado, remove the pit carefully, and slice the flesh. Lift the slices out with a spoon and arrange half on each toast.
- 3
Drizzle the avocado with lime juice and olive oil. Sprinkle with salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika.
- 4
Serve straight away while the toast is still crisp. If you want a softer texture, mash the avocado with the lime before spreading it.
Cooking Tips
- Use an avocado that yields slightly to gentle pressure; very hard fruit will not spread well.
- Add lime after slicing to reduce browning and brighten the flavor.
- For more crunch, rub the warm toast lightly with a cut garlic clove before topping.
- Keep any extra avocado covered and chilled; prepare the toast fresh.