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    Home » Recipes » Breakfast

    Avocado Toast with Pesto

    Published: Aug 1, 2018 · Updated: Apr 7, 2020 by Sapana Chandra, MS, CHC · 2 Comments

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    Avocado toast with pesto

    This pesto avocado toast is made with a well-toasted slice of bread slathered with creamy pesto and topped with half of a "pixelated" avocado and toasted sesame seeds. It's easy-to-make, delicious, and the perfect snack!

    Avocado toast with pesto.

    If you follow me on Instagram, you've seen this toast on my feed a number of times. That's because it's so tasty and easy to make and the "pixelated" avocado takes this toast to the next level!

    Ingredients you'll need

    To make this recipe, you will need:

    • Bread - a slice of bread that's well-toasted for that perfect crunch.
    • Pesto - both store-bought or homemade pesto works great.
    • Avocado - half of an avocado, pitted and peeled.
    • Toasted sesame seeds - or sub for hemp seeds.
    • Fresh mint - this is optional but adds a nice touch.

    How to make an avocado toast

    1. Toast the bread: Next, toast a slice of your favorite bread. This toast tastes great with both gluten-free and regular bread. You can use store-bought or homemade bread.
    2. Prep the avocado: Pit and peel the avocado. I use half of a small avocado for this recipe but if you have a large avocado, you may want to use a quarter. If you want an artsy look, pixelate it by using a sharp paring knife. Otherwise, just create simple slices.
    3. Make your toast: Now it's time to make the avocado toast! Slather the toast with a layer of pesto. Top it with the avocado slices. Sprinkle with the toasted sesame seeds or hemp seeds and garnish with mint. Enjoy your toast!

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    Avocado toast with pesto.

    Avocado Toast with Pesto

    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep time: 5 minutes
    Total time: 5 minutes
    Servings: 1 toast
    Calories: 355kcal
    Author: Sapana Chandra
    This avocado toast with pesto is made with a well-toasted slice of bread slathered with creamy pesto and topped with half of a "pixelated" avocado and toasted sesame seeds. It's easy-to-make, delicious, and the perfect snack!

    Ingredients

    • 1 slice bread
    • 2 tablespoons basil pesto, homemade or store-bought
    • ½ avocado
    • ¼ teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
    • sprig of fresh mint, optional

    Instructions

    • Toast a slice of your favorite bread.
    • Pit and peel the avocado. I use half of a small avocado for this recipe but if you have a large avocado, you may want to use a quarter. If you want an artsy look, pixelate it by using a sharp paring knife. Otherwise, just create slices.
    • Make your avocado toast! Slather the toast with a layer of pesto. Top it with the avocado slices. Sprinkle with the toasted sesame seeds or hemp seeds and garnish with mint.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 355kcal, Carbohydrates: 25g, Protein: 6g, Fat: 27g, Saturated Fat: 4g, Cholesterol: 2mg, Sodium: 433mg, Potassium: 538mg, Fiber: 8g, Sugar: 3g, Vitamin A: 752IU, Vitamin C: 10mg, Calcium: 99mg, Iron: 2mg
    Course: Snack
    Cuisine: American
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    About Sapana Chandra, MS, CHC

    Sapana Chandra is a certified health coach, author of Plant Power Bowls, and founder of Real +Vibrant. Here you’ll find simply delicious vegetarian recipes with step-by-step photo instructions – recipes you’ll be excited to enjoy and share with your loved ones.

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    1. Caitlin says

      September 02, 2019 at 11:39 am

      I made this over the weekend and it turned out perfect! Love the delicious combination of pesto and avocado. Yum!5 stars

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      • Sapana Chandra, MS, CHC says

        September 09, 2019 at 8:19 am

        So happy to hear!

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