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Smashed avocado on toast

 

Smashed avocado on toast
Smashed avocado on toast
So simple and delicious, this is perfect when you need a quick and nutritious breakfast or snack.

Ingredients

  • 1 ripe avocado, peeled and de-stoned
  • 1 pinch dried chilli flakes
  • ½ small garlic clove, finely grated
  • ½ lime, juice only
  • sea salt
  • extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 slice sourdough, toasted
  • few sprigs fresh coriander, chopped

Method

  1. Place the avocado in a bowl and add the chilli, garlic, lime juice, salt and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. Mash with a fork to the desired consistency. It can be as chunky or smooth as you like.

  2. Spread on the toast and garnish with coriander leaves.

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