Treat yourself to low-carb, high-protein Egg + Avocado Toast: lightly toasted whole wheat bread topped with smashed avocado, lemon juice, a sprinkle of cayenne and a lightly fried egg.
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 8 minutes
Total time: 13 minutes
Serves 4
Ingredients
● 1 ripe avocado
● 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
● Pinch red chili flakes
● Salt and pepper, to taste
● 1 tablespoon olive oil
● 4eggs
● 4 pieces whole wheat bread, toasted
Directions
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Slice avocado in half and scoop flesh into a medium bowl. Add lemon juice and lightly
mash to desired consistency.
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Add chili flakes, salt and pepper. Stir to combine, cover and set aside.
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Heat oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Crack eggs into the pan, one at a time,
being careful to keep yolks intact. Season eggs with salt and pepper and lightly fry, 1 to
2 minutes per side, keeping yolk runny, if desired.
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Meanwhile, place toast onto 4 serving plates and top each with mashed avocado,
spreading evenly. Top each toast with a fried egg and serve immediately.
