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The Cheap, Nutritious Breakfast I Make All the Time (It Takes 5 Minutes)
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5.0 (380)|(2 Reviews)Mashed ripe avocado with lime, flaky sea salt, red pepper flakes, and halved sweet cherry tomatoes on sourdough.
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By Alexandra Shytsman (Recipe Developer)•Published April 30, 2026
⏱ 5 mins
Simply Recipes / Alexandra Shytsman🔥 230 kcal
WHY MAKE THIS
- Ready in 5 minutes with healthy monounsaturated fats.
- Rubbing warm toast with a raw garlic clove adds incredible depth.
5-MINUTE HERO
The Cheap, Nutritious Breakfast I Make All the Time (It Takes 5 Minutes)
The definitive cafe avocado toast made at home for under $2. Crusty toasted sourdough rubbed with garlic, topped with creamy mashed avocado, lime, and sweet cherry tomatoes. Difficulty: Super Easy.
Prep Time3 mins
Cook Time2 mins
Total Time5 mins
Servings2 servings
Scale Recipe:
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Ingredients
- 2 thick slices artisan sourdough bread
- 1 large ripe Hass avocado
- 1/2 clove fresh garlic (for rubbing toast)
- Juice of 1/2 lime & 6 cherry tomatoes, halved
- Flaky sea salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes
Directions
1
Toast and garlic rub
Toast sourdough until golden and crusty. Lightly rub cut garlic clove across hot bread surface.
2
Mash and assemble
Mash avocado with lime juice, salt, and pepper. Pile onto toast; top with cherry tomatoes and red pepper flakes.
💡 CHEF'S PRO TIPS
- A drizzle of extra virgin olive oil over the tomatoes makes it taste straight from an artisan bakery.
Nutrition Facts
Per ServingCalories230 kcal
Protein5g
Carbs24g
Total Fat14g
Sodium: 220mg
Fiber: 7g
Sugar: 2g
Community Reviews & Ratings
2 cooks have shared their thoughts on this recipe
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Sarah M.★★★★★
This has completely replaced my normal avocado toast! The beans blend so well you cannot even tell, and I stay full until lunchtime!
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David K.★★★★★
Great trick for adding protein without cooking eggs on busy mornings. Added a pinch of red pepper flakes and lemon zest—delicious.
