Description
This Garlicky Avocado Mushroom Toast is a quick and delicious vegan breakfast option featuring sautéed mushrooms with garlic atop creamy mashed avocado spread on toasted rustic or sourdough bread. It combines savory flavors and textures for a healthy and satisfying brunch or snack.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms (cremini or button)
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 slices rustic or sourdough bread
Optional Toppings
- Red pepper flakes
- Microgreens
- Drizzle of balsamic glaze
Instructions
- Heat the oil: Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering, preparing the pan for sautéing mushrooms.
- Sauté mushrooms: Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and cook for about 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they turn golden brown and become tender.
- Add garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Mash avocado: In a bowl, mash the ripe avocado and mix in the lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste until creamy and well combined.
- Toast bread: Toast the slices of rustic or sourdough bread until golden and crisp, providing a sturdy base for the toppings.
- Assemble toast: Spread the mashed avocado evenly over each toasted bread slice, then top with the sautéed garlic mushrooms.
- Add toppings: Optionally, sprinkle red pepper flakes, add microgreens, or drizzle with balsamic glaze for extra flavor and visual appeal.
- Serve: Serve the assembled toasts immediately while warm to enjoy the best texture and taste.
Notes
- For extra garlicky flavor, gently rub a raw garlic clove over the warm toast before spreading the avocado.
- To make this recipe gluten-free, substitute the bread with your favorite gluten-free bread.
