Salmon Avocado Toast (Printable)
Mashed avocado topped with silky smoked salmon on toasted sourdough — a bright, elegant brunch or quick breakfast.
# What you'll need:
→ Bread
01 - 2 slices rustic sourdough or whole grain bread, toasted
→ Toppings
02 - 1 ripe avocado
03 - 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
04 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
05 - 2.8 ounces smoked salmon, thinly sliced
06 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill or chives (optional)
→ Garnishes (optional)
07 - 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
08 - 1 tablespoon capers
09 - Lemon wedges
# How to make it:
01 - Toast the bread slices in a toaster until golden and crisp.
02 - In a small bowl, mash the avocado with lemon juice, salt, and freshly ground black pepper using a fork until mostly smooth with some remaining texture.
03 - Spread the mashed avocado evenly onto each toasted bread slice.
04 - Arrange thinly sliced smoked salmon over the avocado layer.
05 - Sprinkle with chopped dill or chives, and add red pepper flakes and capers if desired.
06 - Serve immediately, garnished with lemon wedges.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The creamy avocado and silky smoked salmon create a contrast that feels decadent but comes together in minutes when you need a pick-me-up.
- This toast looks impressively gourmet for brunch guests, yet it's secretly foolproof enough for a rushed morning alone.
02 -
- If you wait too long to eat, the toast will start to soften under the avocado — make it to order for the best texture.
- Trying a not-quite-ripe avocado once turned the mash into an oddly rubbery spread, so always check for ripeness first.
03 -
- Warm the smoked salmon briefly on the toast for a silkier texture and deeper flavor, but don’t overdo it or it’ll toughen.
- The right bread makes all the difference: don’t skimp on quality or skip toasting — it’s your sturdy canvas.