Sweet Potato Toasts with Avocado and Egg Recipe
Introduction
Sweet potato toasts are a simple, nutritious alternative to traditional bread, perfect for breakfast or a light snack. Topped with creamy avocado and sliced hard-cooked eggs, this recipe is both satisfying and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
- 2 slices sweet potato
- 1 avocado
- 2 large eggs
- Salt, to taste
- Ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Step 1: Place the sweet potato slices into a toaster and toast until they reach your preferred level of tenderness.
- Step 2: Mash or slice the avocado, then spread or arrange it on top of the toasted sweet potato slices.
- Step 3: Slice the hard-cooked eggs and place them over the avocado layer.
- Step 4: Season with salt and ground black pepper to taste before serving.
Tips & Variations
- For extra flavor, sprinkle red pepper flakes or drizzle a little olive oil over the toasts.
- Use a fork to mash the avocado with lemon or lime juice to add brightness and prevent browning.
- You can substitute hard-cooked eggs with smoked salmon or feta cheese for variety.
Storage
Sweet potato toasts are best enjoyed fresh to maintain their texture. If needed, store any unused avocado separately in an airtight container with a little lemon juice to slow browning and use within 1 day. Reheat sweet potato slices briefly in the toaster if they become cold, but avoid excessive reheating to prevent sogginess.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use regular bread instead of sweet potato?
Yes, but sweet potato adds a unique sweetness and extra nutrients that regular bread does not offer.
How do I hard-cook the eggs perfectly?
Place eggs in boiling water and cook for 9-12 minutes, then place them in cold water to stop cooking and make peeling easier.
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Sweet Potato Toasts with Avocado and Egg Recipe
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Diet: Gluten Free
Description
Sweet Potato Toasts are a delicious and nutritious alternative to traditional bread toast. Using sweet potato slices toasted to perfection, topped with creamy avocado and protein-rich hard-cooked eggs, this easy-to-make breakfast or snack combines natural sweetness and savory flavors for a wholesome treat.
Ingredients
Primary Ingredients
- 2 slices Sweet Potato
- 1 Avocado
- 2 Large Eggs
Seasonings
- Salt, to taste
- Ground Black Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Toast the Sweet Potato: Place 2 slices of sweet potato into a toaster and toast until they reach your preferred level of tenderness and crispiness, typically about 4-6 minutes, flipping if needed to evenly cook.
- Prepare the Avocado: While the sweet potato is toasting, mash or slice the avocado to your desired consistency.
- Cook and Slice the Eggs: Hard-cook 2 large eggs by boiling them for about 9-12 minutes until fully set. Once cooled, slice the eggs thinly or chop as desired.
- Assemble the Toasts: Spread or layer the prepared avocado evenly over the toasted sweet potato slices, then place the sliced hard-cooked eggs on top.
- Season: Sprinkle salt and ground black pepper over the assembled toasts to taste, enhancing the flavor.
Notes
- You can adjust the toasting time based on how soft or crispy you want the sweet potato slices.
- For added flavor, consider adding red pepper flakes, lemon juice to the avocado, or a drizzle of olive oil.
- Use ripe avocado for the best creamy texture.
- These toasts can be served as a hearty breakfast, snack, or light lunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Toasting
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: sweet potato toast, avocado toast, healthy breakfast, gluten free toast, egg toast, nutritious snack
